Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 vs. Honda CB650R 2019

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Honda CB650R 2019

Honda CB650R 2019

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 vs Honda CB650R 2019

The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 and the Honda CB650R 2019 are both naked bikes with similar engine types, engine power, fuel systems, and cooling systems. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, both bikes have the same horsepower rating of 95 HP. However, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 has a higher torque rating of 91.2 Nm compared to the Honda CB650R 2019, which has a torque rating of 64 Nm. This means that the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 may have better acceleration and pulling power.

Both bikes have a 4-cylinder engine configuration and use fuel injection systems. They also have similar suspension setups, with upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock in the rear. The suspension on both bikes can be adjusted for preload, but the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 also offers rebound adjustment. The rear suspension on both bikes is made of aluminum.

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes in the front. However, the Honda CB650R 2019 has slightly larger front brake disks with a diameter of 320 mm compared to the 300 mm disks on the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018. The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 has four-piston front brake calipers, while the Honda CB650R 2019 has double-piston calipers. Both bikes have ABS as an advanced rider assistance system.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. They also have the same wheelbase length of 1450 mm. However, there are slight differences in seat height and kerb weight. The Honda CB650R 2019 has a slightly higher seat height of 810 mm compared to the 795 mm seat height of the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018. The Honda CB650R 2019 also has a slightly lower kerb weight of 208 kg compared to the 210 kg kerb weight of the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018.

Honda CB650R 2019

Honda CB650R 2019

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 is praised for its smooth engine with punch at around 6000 rpm, finely controllable brakes, smooth running engine ideal for city traffic, stable performance at motorway speeds, and good handling. On the other hand, the Honda CB650R 2019 is praised for its rev-happy engine, reasonable power, sporty seating position, wide handlebars, and overall rideability and comfort for everyday use. The Honda CB650R 2019 also has a pretty display.

In terms of weaknesses, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 is criticized for being quite small for tall people, having a relatively high weight of 210 kg, and having poor acceleration due to its weight. The Honda CB650R 2019 is criticized for its weakness in the chassis, which can be seen as a disadvantage, and not having as much power from the hairpin as its two-cylinder competition.

Overall, both the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 and the Honda CB650R 2019 have their strengths and weaknesses. The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 may be more suitable for riders looking for a bike with a smooth engine and good handling, while the Honda CB650R 2019 may appeal to riders who prefer a rev-happy engine and comfortable everyday use.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 compared to Honda CB650R 2019

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Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke46 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque91.2 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.4
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyWave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,110 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)208 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

The Z900 is a top entry-level motorbike. Very smooth engine, great brakes and lots of adjustment options on the chassis and levers. The acceleration may be too good for speed junkies, but it's just right for learning. The lack of electronic gimmicks, riding modes and traction control doesn't bother either, but makes the Z900 a good bike to learn the basics of two-wheeled locomotion. A high-quality purist, a real motorbike, even with only 48 hp!

Smooth engine with punch at approx. 6000 rpm

Finely controllable brakes

Smooth running of the engine super for city traffic

Typical 4-cylinder shriek, but very restrained at low revs

Stable at motorway speeds

Good handling

Quite small for tall people

rather high weight of 210 kg

acceleration with 48 hp rather poor due to weight

Honda CB650R 2019

Honda CB650R 2019

Honda's CB650R proves brilliantly that four-cylinder naked bikes with little displacement are also a real source of joy on the country road. The engine tuning gives enough pressure from the hairpin bend and rewards with a wonderful four-cylinder shriek after a short wait. The suspension components clearly attempt a balancing act between everyday life and sportiness, which is why unrest can quickly be found in the vehicle when approaching the cornering at a brisk pace. Somehow, however, this imperfection gives the Honda a lot of character and gives the rider the feeling of having to actively integrate himself into the action. For country road racers with a daily commute, a real recommendation!

Rev-happy engine

reasonable power

sporty seating position

wide handlebars

very rideable motorbike

comfortable for everyday use

pretty display.

Weakness in the chassis can be seen as a disadvantage

not as much power from the hairpin as two-cylinder competition

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 70kW vs Honda CB650R

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 and a Honda CB650R 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 is about 30% higher. A Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 experiences a loss of 230 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 410 USD for a Honda CB650R 2019. Compared to Honda CB650R 2019 there are less Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 7. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB650R with 61 days compared to 194 days for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 10 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW and 23 reviews for the Honda CB650R since model year 2019. 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 53,700 views for the first review on Honda CB650R published on 10/8/2018.

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