Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 vs. Ducati Monster SP 2023

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

Ducati Monster SP 2023

Ducati Monster SP 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 vs Ducati Monster SP 2023

The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 and the Ducati Monster SP 2023 are both powerful naked bikes with impressive technical specifications.

Starting with the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022, it features an inline engine with a displacement of 948cc, producing 125.4 horsepower and 98.6 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, and it has four cylinders with liquid cooling. The bike is equipped with high-quality suspension components, including an upside-down telescopic fork in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock by Öhlins in the rear. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The frame is made of steel and has a double cradle design. The braking system consists of double disc brakes with a diameter of 300mm and four-piston calipers by Brembo. The bike also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. It has a wheelbase of 1450mm, a seat height of 795mm, and a kerb weight of 210kg with ABS. The equipment includes LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

On the other hand, the Ducati Monster SP 2023 is equipped with a V-type engine with a displacement of 937cc, producing 111 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque. Similar to the Kawasaki, it has an injection-based fuel system, liquid cooling, and two cylinders. The front suspension features an upside-down telescopic fork with adjustable compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock by Öhlins, which can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The frame is made of aluminum and has a load-bearing engine design. The braking system includes double disc brakes with a diameter of 320mm and four-piston radial monoblock calipers by Brembo. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. It has a wheelbase of 1472mm, a seat height of 810mm, and a kerb weight of 186kg with ABS. The equipment includes LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 stands out for its powerful engine, high-quality chassis components, strong brakes, good ergonomics, and easy handling on the racetrack. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster SP 2023 boasts a lively and high-torque engine, finely responsive Öhlins suspension, very well controllable and powerful Brembo Stylema brakes, a beautiful sound from the Termignoni exhaust, sporty ergonomics, and a good quickshifter.

Ducati Monster SP 2023

Ducati Monster SP 2023

However, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 does have a weakness in that it lacks a quickshifter, which can be a disadvantage for riders who prefer quick and seamless gear shifts. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster SP 2023 has been reported to have some jerking in the low rev range, a very high price, and a sluggish clutch, which can impact the overall riding experience.

In conclusion, both the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 and the Ducati Monster SP 2023 are impressive naked bikes with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. Riders looking for a powerful and easy-to-handle bike with good ergonomics may prefer the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022, while those seeking a bike with a lively engine, responsive suspension, and powerful brakes may lean towards the Ducati Monster SP 2023, despite its higher price and reported issues with the clutch.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 compared to Ducati Monster SP 2023

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022
Ducati Monster SP 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore73.4 mmBore94 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke67.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13.3
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore53 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement937 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandÖhlins
TravelTravel140 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake65 degreeRake67 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail87 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,472 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)186 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

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

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

The SE is a worthy further development of the already very sporty and good-natured Kawasaki Z900. But now sporty owners can also do fast laps on trackdays without making any major compromises. The components from Öhlins and Brembo bring real added value, so that the only thing missing is the quickshifter.

powerful engine

high-quality chassis components

strong brake

good ergonomics

easy handling on the racetrack

missing quickshifter

Ducati Monster SP 2023

Ducati Monster SP 2023

The SP version is clearly the more expensive, but also clearly the better Ducati Monster. Everything fits together perfectly, because it is typically Ducati sporty. The fully adjustable Öhlins suspension (including the fork in Swedish gold!) fulfils its purpose perfectly, the Brembo Stylema braking system grips vehemently but not unpleasantly and the seating position, with its slightly more forward lean, is sporty but still comfortable. Even the engine fits very well into the concept of the very sporty mid-range naked bike - it wants to be revved and delivers the most power at the top end. If you are looking for a flaw in the Monster SP, it is most likely the jerking of the V2 at low revs, but true fans of the 90° V2 engine will not be offended by this at all. The price is not a problem either, as the Italians pay a pretty high price for the performance of the SP version.

lively, high-torque engine

finely responsive Öhlins suspension

very well controllable, powerful Brembo Stylema brakes

beautiful sound from the Termignoni exhaust

sporty ergonomics

good quickshifter

Jerking in the low rev range

very high price

sluggish clutch

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 SE vs Ducati Monster SP

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 and a Ducati Monster SP 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Monster SP 2023 is about 5% higher. Compared to Ducati Monster SP 2023 there are less Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 18. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z900 SE with 89 days compared to 110 days for a Ducati Monster SP. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 12 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 SE and 8 reviews for the Ducati Monster SP since model year 2023. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 SE was published on 9/16/2021 and now has more than 37,200 views. This compares to more than 44,700 views for the first review on Ducati Monster SP published on 9/15/2022.

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