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Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 vs. Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Honda CB 1000 R 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 vs Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 compared to Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Honda CB 1000 R 2023
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Honda CB 1000 R 2023
Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore75 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke56.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power145 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque104 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionTransistor
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 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel131 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeBackbone
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail98 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth789 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,090 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)212 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity16.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Its four-cylinder is silky smooth while delivering enough power to make you grin under your helmet. It is also very easy to move, which should make it a great commuter bike in everyday life and serve as an iconic fun bike at the weekend. The looks find the perfect straddle of classic design and modern details to form a coherent retro package that is also a worthy tribute to Kawasaki history. It's a great naked bike with a snazzy look.

Powerful and smooth engine

good looks

comfortable seating position

easy to ride

balanced handling. Not nervous and not ponderous

no shift assistant

heavier than other retro bikes in this class

seat a little too soft on long tours

no wind protection

Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Honda CB 1000 R 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS vs Honda CB 1000 R

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

Model year
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Price Honda CB 1000 R

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