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Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

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Overview - Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021 vs Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore90 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke60.8 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power180 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch 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
DisplacementDisplacement1,160 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake23.9 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail104.7 mmTrail98 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth792 mmWidth865 mm
HeightHeight1,089 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)198 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Precise, powerful and fast! The Triumph is a lot of fun on Alpine passes. However, you can only forgive the tight chassis if you are a sporty rider. But you have to love the engine. No matter whether you're strolling or heating up - the power is always available in a well-dosed manner.

Incredibly universal - easy to drive in city traffic but also super fast when needed

Rev-happy and powerful engine

Top quickshifter

Can be driven quietly when needed

Light and compact ride

Stable handling even in fast corners

Strong brakes

Precise handling.

Load change reactions at low speeds

slightly too low steering angle

narrow knee angle for tall people

stubborn mobile phone connectivity

squeaky brakes

traction control too defensive even in track mode

vibrations on the handlebars

suspension does not respond sensitively enough - basic set-up too tight.

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS vs Kawasaki Z900 RS

Price Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

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Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

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