Kawasaki Z900 2019 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2019 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

The Kawasaki Z900 2019 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are both naked bikes that offer a thrilling riding experience. While they have some similarities in terms of engine type, suspension, and braking system, there are also notable differences in their specifications and features.

In terms of engine power, the Kawasaki Z900 2019 has a higher output with 125.4 HP compared to the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 which has 83 HP. This means that the Z900 will provide a more powerful and faster acceleration, making it suitable for riders who enjoy a more aggressive riding style. On the other hand, the GSX-8S offers a high-torque engine with 78 Nm, which ensures strong and smooth acceleration even at lower revs.

Both bikes have a liquid-cooled in-line engine and fuel injection system, ensuring efficient and reliable performance. However, the Z900 has four cylinders and a larger displacement of 948ccm, while the GSX-8S has only two cylinders and a smaller displacement of 776ccm. This means that the Z900 may offer a smoother and more refined engine performance, while the GSX-8S may have a slightly more compact and lightweight design.

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The Z900 has a monoshock rear shock absorber with adjustable preload and rebound, while the GSX-8S only has adjustable preload. This means that the Z900 may offer a more customizable and comfortable ride, especially for riders who prefer to fine-tune their suspension settings.

Both bikes have a steel frame and double disk brakes at the front with four pistons. However, the GSX-8S has a slightly larger front brake diameter of 310mm and utilizes radial technology, which may provide better braking performance and control.

In terms of rider assistance systems, both bikes are equipped with ABS. However, the GSX-8S offers additional features such as riding modes, ride by wire, and a shift assistant with blipper, which enhances the overall riding experience and control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the GSX-8S has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1465mm compared to the Z900's 1450mm. The seat height of the GSX-8S is also slightly higher at 810mm, while the Z900 has a seat height of 795mm. The GSX-8S is slightly lighter with a kerb weight of 202kg compared to the Z900's 210kg.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

In terms of strengths, the Z900 is praised for its light and natural handling, silky engine with full pull from mid revs, high chassis transparency, and great feedback. It also offers a comfortable sitting position and a fair price. On the other hand, the GSX-8S is praised for its full-grown and high-quality overall concept, high-torque engine, stable handling, and overall high-quality impression. It also offers a great naked bike riding position, good and precise quickshifter, and high-quality controls.

In terms of weaknesses, the Z900 is criticized for its low-mounted TFT display, cumbersome menu operation, and rearview mirrors with modest visibility. The GSX-8S is criticized for its quickshifter and gearstick requiring more operating force than usual, being slightly heavier than other bikes in its class, ABS controls being defensively set, and lacking rev reserves upwards in the engine.

Overall, both the Kawasaki Z900 2019 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 offer unique features and strengths that cater to different rider preferences. The Z900 excels in its powerful engine and handling, while the GSX-8S offers a high-quality overall concept and comfortable riding position.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2019 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2019
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore73.4 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.8
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
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Fortunately, the new Kawasaki Z900 has lost none of its character through the use of electronics. It is and remains a playful mid-range naked bike, which at the same time masters the brisk pace on the country road magnificently. The riding pleasure and suitability for everyday use are high, the now installed riding aids offer a plus in safety. Your opponents will have a really hard time from now on.

Light and natural handling with high stability

Silky engine with full pull from mid revs

High chassis transparency, great feedback

Sitting position with feel-good factor

Fair price

TFT display mounted too low

Cumbersome menu operation

Rear view mirrors offer modest visibility

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class

ABS controls very defensively

Engine has no rev reserves upwards

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki GSX-8S

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2019 and a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 2019 is about 17% higher. Compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 there are less Kawasaki Z900 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 40 compared to 173. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-8S with 59 days compared to 116 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 13 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-8S since model year 2023. 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 47,300 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-8S published on 11/8/2022.

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