Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

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Overview - Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 vs Kawasaki Z900 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017
Kawasaki Z900 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke42.5 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power124 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio11.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement599 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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
LengthLength2,040 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth705 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,095 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,375 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height795 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

The Yamaha R6 2017 is still a visually and dynamically radical supersport motorbike that is one of the best and probably the last of its kind. The EURO4 standard costs the 599 cubic in-line four-cylinder with titanium valves a whole 11 hp compared to the 2007/2008 model. Yamaha is clearly targeting hobby, amateur and professional racers who don't care about standard performance anyway. With more than 50 accessories, the R6 can be upgraded according to need and budget. However, everyone should be aware that this can cost a lot of money.

Strong, direct brakes

sharp looks

automatic gearshift

good wind protection

precise handling

high transparency

radical seating position unsuitable for touring

standard power only 118.4 hp

upgrade cost-intensive

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

An incredibly well-designed motorbike. A lot of test work and attention to detail went into it. It has exactly the right power, exactly the right chassis and exactly the right look. An all-round successful naked bike that will make you happy for a long time. If you like, you can ride it simply and faithfully, but if you want, you can also ride it really fast and it wheels like hell. Great!

Ingenious nakedbike chassis

superb looks

engine responds super fine, revs up willingly and has a perfectly dimensioned torque

optimum intersection of performance, price and practical use

Knee angle very narrow for tall people (order another seat!)

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZF-R6 vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Yamaha YZF-R6

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