Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2023

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2023

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Overview - Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 vs Kawasaki Z900 2023

The Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 and the Kawasaki Z900 2023 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and advanced rider assistance systems. However, there are some key differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 is equipped with an in-line 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 765cc. It produces 118 horsepower and 77 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 2023 features an in-line 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 948cc, delivering 125 horsepower and 98.6 Nm of torque. The Kawasaki Z900 offers slightly more power and torque compared to the Triumph Street Triple.

Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arm with a monoshock for the rear suspension. However, the Triumph Street Triple offers more adjustability options for both the front and rear suspension, including compression, preload, and rebound adjustments. The Kawasaki Z900, on the other hand, only allows for preload and rebound adjustments. Additionally, the Triumph Street Triple features an aluminum rear suspension, while the Kawasaki Z900 uses steel.

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020

In terms of braking, both bikes are equipped with double disk brakes at the front, with a diameter of 310mm for the Triumph Street Triple and 300mm for the Kawasaki Z900. Both bikes also have four-piston calipers for the front brakes. However, the Triumph Street Triple uses radial, monoblock technology for its front brakes, while the Kawasaki Z900 uses petal technology.

Both bikes come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. However, the Triumph Street Triple has a slightly more advanced traction control system, although it has been noted that it regulates early. The Kawasaki Z900 lacks slope-dependent assistance systems.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Kawasaki Z900 has a longer wheelbase of 1450mm compared to the 1405mm of the Triumph Street Triple. However, the Triumph Street Triple has a higher seat height of 825mm, while the Kawasaki Z900 has a lower seat height of 795mm.

Kawasaki Z900 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2023

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Street Triple is praised for its wide usable rev range, active seating position, high stability, great gearbox with a shift assistant, and first-class chassis. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 is commended for its light and natural handling with high stability, silky engine with full pull from low revs, high chassis transparency, great feedback, and feel-good factor in the seating position. The Kawasaki Z900 is also noted for its fair price.

In terms of weaknesses, the Triumph Street Triple is criticized for its traction control system regulating early, seat with little grip, and outdated display. The Kawasaki Z900, on the other hand, is noted for its relatively cumbersome operation of the menu, lack of slope-dependent assistance systems, and high weight.

Overall, both the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 and the Kawasaki Z900 2023 are powerful naked bikes with advanced rider assistance systems. The Triumph Street Triple offers a wider range of adjustability options for the suspension and has a higher seat height, while the Kawasaki Z900 provides slightly more power and torque and has a longer wheelbase. The choice between the two models ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2023

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020
Kawasaki Z900 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke53.4 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power118 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque77 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,400 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.65 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement765 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel115 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel134 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake66.5 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail98.3 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth775 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,405 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height795 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020

The Street Triple R is well equipped for the occasional track day and delivers good performance. This is where the lively three-cylinder engine really comes into its own. But the agile Triumph is also great fun on country roads, as long as you keep it revved up. All in all, the clear price-performance winner of the Street Triple range.

Wide usable rev range

active seating position

high stability

great gearbox with shift assistant

first-class chassis.

Traction control regulates early

seat with little grip

display outdated

Kawasaki Z900 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2023

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 Triumph Street Triple 765 R vs Kawasaki Z900

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 and a Kawasaki Z900 2023. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Street Triple 765 R with 69 days compared to 122 days for a Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the Triumph Street Triple 765 R and 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 since model year 2017. The first review for the Triumph Street Triple 765 R was published on 1/10/2017 and now has more than 58,400 views. This compares to more than 93,200 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 published on 11/11/2016.

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