Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

The Kawasaki Z900 2021 is a naked bike with a powerful four-cylinder engine that delivers 125.4 HP of engine power and 98.6 Nm of torque. It features a fuel injection system and has a displacement of 948cc. The bike is equipped with an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension and a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock absorber. The suspension can be adjusted for preload and rebound. The frame is made of steel, and the front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 300mm and four pistons. The bike also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. It has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1450mm, and the seat height is 795mm. The bike weighs 210kg and is equipped with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

On the other hand, the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021 is also a naked bike but features a powerful V4 engine that delivers 175 HP of engine power and 121 Nm of torque. It has a fuel injection system and a displacement of 1077cc. The bike has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension and a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock absorber. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The frame is made of aluminum, and the front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 330mm and four pistons. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as anti-rollover control, electronically adjustable suspension, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, and traction control. It also has a shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, and anti-wheelie. The front tire width is 120mm, and the rear tire width is 200mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase and seat height are the same as the Kawasaki Z900. The bike weighs 209kg and is equipped with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 offers a powerful four-cylinder engine, intuitive handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and value for money. On the other hand, the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021 boasts a powerful V4 engine, a wonderful sound, a sporty seating position, an excellent electronic Öhlins suspension, an extensive electronics package, and attractive looks.

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

However, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 does have some weaknesses. It does not offer a quickshifter option, and its competitors have advanced electronic features with a 6-axis IMU, putting them ahead in terms of technology. On the other hand, the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021 is said to be somewhat begging from the rev range, which could be seen as a weakness.

Overall, both bikes have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Kawasaki Z900 2021 offers a more affordable option with good performance and features, while the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021 provides a higher level of performance and advanced electronic features, albeit at a higher price point. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and budget.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2021 compared to Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021
Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore73.4 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke52.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power175 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,350 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque121 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque9,000 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore48 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
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 ccmDisplacement1,077 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.3 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail99.7 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsAnti-rollover control, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, 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 width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth810 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)209 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise97 dBStationary noise95 dB

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 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

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, except for the lack of a quickshifter option.

powerful four-cylinder

intuitive handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

No quickshifter option

competitors with 6-axis IMU electronically ahead.

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021

The engine of the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory gains in precision due to the change to Euro5 conformity, but remains unchanged in essence - a potent fellow that wants to be revved! The handling also remains sporty and demanding, while the others can take it easy. The electronically adjustable Öhlins suspension works excellently and the electronics package is state-of-the-art. In terms of looks, the new Tuono V4 1100 Factory is now based on the small Tuono 660, especially the front with the raised LED daytime running lights looks gorgeous. All in all, a great evolution of an already good motorbike.

Powerful V4 engine

wonderful sound

sporty seating position

excellent, electronic Öhlins suspension

extensive electronics package

pretty looks

is somewhat begging from the rev range

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2021 and a Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021 is about 92% higher. Compared to Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2021 there are more Kawasaki Z900 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 33 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z900 with 107 days compared to 122 days for a Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 26 reviews for the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory since model year 2015. 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 84,200 views for the first review on Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory published on 11/27/2014.

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