Buell Lightning XB 12 SX 2011 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2022

Buell Lightning  XB 12 SX 2011

Buell Lightning XB 12 SX 2011

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Kawasaki Z900 2022

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Overview - Buell Lightning XB 12 SX 2011 vs Kawasaki Z900 2022

Buell Lightning  XB 12 SX 2011

Buell Lightning XB 12 SX 2011

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Technical Specifications Buell Lightning XB 12 SX 2011 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2022

Buell Lightning XB 12 SX 2011
Kawasaki Z900 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore88.9 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power94 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque104 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio11.8
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,203 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Brakes Front

PistonPistonEight pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength1,985 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth831 mmWidth820 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,320 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height765 mmSeat Height795 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Buell Lightning XB 12 SX 2011

Buell Lightning  XB 12 SX 2011

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Kawasaki Z900 2022

The Kawasaki Z900 may not be up to scratch when it comes to modern, lean angle-dependent electronic features, but it's relatively cheap and you shouldn't underestimate the fan base of the good old inline four - the Z900 is one of the cheapest ways to own such a great engine with just under a litre of displacement in a sporty naked bike! The higher weight is noticeable, but not massively annoying, because the handling and stability are quite alright. In terms of "outdated" electronics, the most annoying thing is the missing shift assistant, which is not even available as an option. Overall, however, the Z900 is a great naked bike with a great price-performance ratio.

Light and natural handling with high stability

silky engine with full pull from low revs

high chassis transparency, great feedback

seating position with feel-good factor

absolutely fair price.

Relatively cumbersome operation of the menu

no slope-dependent assistance systems

high weight

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Buell Lightning XB 12 SX vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Buell Lightning XB 12 SX

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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