Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Honda CB 1000 R 2018

The Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and advanced rider assistance systems. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 has a slight advantage with 145 HP compared to the Kawasaki Z900 2020's 125.4 HP. The Honda also has a higher torque of 104 Nm compared to the Z900's 98.6 Nm. Both bikes have in-line four-cylinder engines with liquid cooling and fuel injection systems.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and monoshock absorbers at the rear. However, the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 offers more adjustment options with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments for both the front and rear suspension. The Kawasaki Z900 2020 only offers preload and rebound adjustments.

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Both bikes have steel frames, but the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 has a backbone frame, while the Kawasaki Z900 2020 has a double cradle frame. This difference in frame design may affect the overall handling and stability of the bikes.

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disc brakes at the front with four-piston calipers. However, the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 has larger brake discs with a diameter of 310 mm compared to the Z900's 300 mm discs. The Honda also uses radial technology for its brake system.

Both bikes come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The Kawasaki Z900 2020 also offers LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display as part of its equipment. The Honda CB 1000 R 2018 only has LED headlights.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have similar front and rear tire widths and diameters. The wheelbase is also similar, with the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 having a slightly longer wheelbase of 1455 mm compared to the Z900's 1450 mm. The seat height of the Honda is higher at 830 mm compared to the Z900's 795 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is slightly higher for the Honda at 212 kg compared to the Z900's 210 kg.

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2020 is praised for its powerful four-cylinder engine, great handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and value for money. On the other hand, the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 is praised for its fabulous response in every engine situation, comfortable and sporty feel, precise and smooth transmission, precise lines possible due to its immaculate drive unit paired with a good chassis, and high-quality details.

However, there are also some weaknesses to consider. The Kawasaki Z900 2020 has a somewhat tiring menu navigation and lacks a quickshifter option. The Honda CB 1000 R 2018 has a display that is not perfectly readable in direct sunlight, and tall pilots may have space problems with their knees at the tank, so it is recommended to try it out before purchasing.

Overall, both the Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 are powerful and capable naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preference and priorities in terms of performance, handling, and features.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2020
Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore75 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke56.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power145 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque104 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeBackbone
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth789 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,095 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)212 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, even if the option of a quickshifter would have been a nice extra. Apart from that: great shot, Kawasaki!

powerful four-cylinder

great handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Honda calls the model series "Neo Sports Cafe", and the CB 1000 R lives up to the fresh name. The style is new, different and not only visually but also haptically very successful. The "sport" is not neglected in the new model either. The engine has a wonderful torque curve and accelerates the machine with fine control and vehemence at the same time. All this comes in the "+" version with good equipment and technical precision made in Japan in the form of a great riding machine in the showrooms. A great motorbike!

Fabulous response in every engine situation

Feels very comfortable both slowly but also sportily

Precise and smooth transmission

Precise lines possible due to immaculate drive unit paired with good chassis

High-quality details.

Display not perfectly readable in direct sunlight

tall pilots may have space problems with their knees at the tank => try it out

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Honda CB 1000 R

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2020 and a Honda CB 1000 R 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Honda CB 1000 R 2018 is about 15% higher. Compared to Honda CB 1000 R 2018 there are more Kawasaki Z900 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 34 compared to 16. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB 1000 R with 113 days compared to 124 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 42 reviews for the Honda CB 1000 R since model year 2008. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 was published on 11/11/2016 and now has more than 93,200 views. This compares to more than 10,400 views for the first review on Honda CB 1000 R published on 11/6/2007.

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