KTM 790 Duke 2018 vs. Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

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Overview - KTM 790 Duke 2018 vs Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

The KTM 790 Duke 2018 and the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 has a higher output with 105 HP compared to the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020's 95 HP. This means that the KTM offers more powerful acceleration and a livelier ride. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

Both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arms with monoshock absorbers for the rear suspension. However, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 offers additional adjustment options for the rear suspension, including preload and rebound adjustment. The KTM 790 Duke 2018 only has preload adjustment. Both bikes have aluminum swing arms.

In terms of chassis, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 has a steel frame with a double cradle design. Both bikes have double disk brakes with a diameter of 300 mm and four-piston calipers at the front. The KTM uses radial technology for its front brakes, while the Kawasaki uses petal technology.

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

Both bikes come equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 also features ride by wire technology, which allows for smoother throttle response.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The KTM 790 Duke 2018 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1475 mm compared to the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020's 1450 mm. The seat height of the KTM is also slightly higher at 825 mm compared to the Kawasaki's 795 mm.

In terms of equipment, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 comes with an adjustable windscreen, while the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 offers additional features such as LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

In terms of strengths, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 is praised for its lively and high-revving engine, powerful acceleration, and optimally tuned chassis for sporty riding. It also offers many electronic gimmicks and functions, including a precise quickshifter that makes fast riding easier. Additionally, it has a comfortable seating position.

On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 is praised for its power, great handling, good equipment, aggressive look, and value for money.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 is criticized for its rough handling at low revs and being difficult to maneuver in city traffic. Some users have also reported oil leaks at the engine block. The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 is criticized for its somewhat tiring menu navigation and the lack of a quickshifter option.

Overall, both the KTM 790 Duke 2018 and the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 have their strengths and weaknesses. The KTM offers a more powerful engine and a range of electronic features, while the Kawasaki offers good handling and value for money. Ultimately, the choice between the two models will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Duke 2018 compared to Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2018
Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore88 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke65.7 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power95 HP
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
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake66 degreeRake65 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,475 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height795 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentWindscreen adjustableEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

The KTM 790 Duke L is an absolutely sporty naked bike with a high fun factor. Whether a beginner rider can handle it depends very much on his or her personality and riding behaviour. There are certainly motorbikes better suited for learning, but sporty radius hunters will hardly be satisfied with anything else. The 790 Duke L is also rather unenthusiastic about everyday rides in the city. On the country road, however, it's a blast, even with only 48 hp. Simply a fun bike as it is written in the book.

Lively, high-revving engine with powerful acceleration

optimally tuned chassis for sporty riding

awesome sound even with series muffler

many electronic gimmicks and functions

extremely precise quickshifter that makes fast riding even easier

comfortable seating position

Rough handling at low revs

bitchy in city traffic

sometimes fiddly-looking switches on the handlebars

oil leak at the engine block on many 790 Dukes

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 790 Duke vs Kawasaki Z900 70kW

There are a few key differences between a KTM 790 Duke 2018 and a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 is about 11% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 there are more KTM 790 Duke 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 24 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Duke with 58 days compared to 197 days for a Kawasaki Z900 70kW. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke and 10 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW since model year 2018. The first review for the KTM 790 Duke was published on 11/9/2016 and now has more than 160,600 views. This compares to more than 104,300 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 70kW published on 11/23/2018.

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