Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 vs Kawasaki Z650 2020

The Kawasaki Z900 70kW model year 2020 is a naked bike with a powerful engine and impressive performance. It features an in-line four-cylinder engine that produces 95 HP and 91.2 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, ensuring efficient and precise fuel delivery. With a displacement of 948ccm, the Z900 offers plenty of power for both city commuting and highway cruising.

In terms of suspension, the Z900 is equipped with an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The suspension can be adjusted for preload and rebound, allowing riders to fine-tune their riding experience. The chassis is made of steel and has a double cradle frame, providing stability and control.

When it comes to braking, the Z900 features double disc brakes at the front with a diameter of 300mm and four pistons for enhanced stopping power. The brakes utilize petal technology, which improves heat dissipation and reduces brake fade. The bike also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control, enhancing safety and control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Z900 has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1450mm, providing stability and maneuverability. The seat height is 795mm, offering a comfortable riding position for most riders. The bike has a kerb weight of 210kg with ABS.

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

In terms of equipment, the Z900 is equipped with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display. These features not only enhance visibility but also provide a modern and stylish look to the bike.

On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z650 model year 2020 is also a naked bike but with a slightly less powerful engine compared to the Z900. It features an in-line two-cylinder engine that produces 68.2 HP and 65.7 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, similar to the Z900.

The Z650 is equipped with a telescopic fork at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear for suspension. The suspension can be adjusted for preload, allowing riders to customize their riding experience. The chassis is made of steel and has a tubular frame, providing stability and control.

In terms of braking, the Z650 features double disc brakes at the front with a diameter of 300mm and double pistons for effective braking. The brakes also utilize petal technology for improved heat dissipation. The bike comes with ABS for added safety.

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Z650 has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 160mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1410mm, providing stability and maneuverability. The seat height is 790mm, offering a low and comfortable riding position. The bike has a kerb weight of 187.1kg with ABS.

Similar to the Z900, the Z650 is equipped with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display for modern and stylish aesthetics.

In terms of strengths, the Z900 offers enough power even with throttle, excellent handling, good equipment, and an aggressive look. It also provides good value for money. On the other hand, the Z650 boasts a powerful two-cylinder engine, aggressive intake noise, compact dimensions, a low seat height, a stable chassis, and a TFT display with connectivity. It also has a more grown-up look.

However, the Z900 does have some weaknesses, including a somewhat tiring menu navigation and the absence of a quickshifter option. On the other hand, the Z650 has weaknesses such as a front brake pressure point, potential discomfort for tall riders, and a less sophisticated Rideology App.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020
Kawasaki Z650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque91.2 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore36 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel140 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

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

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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 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 70kW 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Whether you ride it with 70 kW, or in a further throttled 35 kW version: The Kawasaki Z900 is on a par with its open version - just with less power. That's why you can also be happy about the great handling and the updated electronics package for 2020. There's also good news about the engine. Even with 95 hp, the Kawa pulls tight on the chain and will give pleasure for many seasons! A bike you can grow with!

Enough power - even with throttle

great handling

good equipment

aggressive look

value for money.

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

It's simply marvellous what Kawasaki has put together in a complete package with the new Z650. The technical components may not knock your socks off individually, but in combination they make for a pleasantly neutral motorbike that everyone will enjoy. No bitchy idiosyncrasies - simply a naked bike that works really well on winding country roads. Of course, the TFT display, which we don't find in the competition at the moment, is a plus, as is the grown-up look, which is strongly oriented towards the larger Z models. Only the pressure point of the front brake could have been more clearly defined - but you can't have everything in this price range.

powerful two-cylinder engine

aggressive intake noise

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Front brake pressure point

probably uncomfortable for tall riders

Rideology Appn och not 100% sophisticated.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 70kW vs Kawasaki Z650

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 and a Kawasaki Z650 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 is about 35% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z650 2020 there are less Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 21. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z650 with 80 days compared to 197 days for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 10 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW and 31 reviews for the Kawasaki Z650 since model year 2017. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW was published on 11/23/2018 and now has more than 104,300 views. This compares to more than 25,000 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z650 published on 11/8/2016.

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