Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

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

The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 and the KTM 790 Duke 2020 are both powerful naked bikes with similar engine types and fuel systems. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 produces 95 HP, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 boasts 105 HP. This gives the KTM a slight advantage in terms of raw power.

Both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front suspension and swing arm with a monoshock in the rear suspension. The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 offers adjustment options for both preload and rebound, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 only allows for preload adjustment. Both bikes have aluminum components in their rear suspension.

In terms of chassis, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 has a steel frame with a double cradle design, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 features a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular design. The choice of materials and frame design may affect the overall weight and handling characteristics of the bikes.

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front with a diameter of 300 mm and four-piston calipers. The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 utilizes petal technology for its front brakes, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 uses radial technology. The choice of brake technology may affect the braking performance and feel of the bikes.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 also features ride by wire technology, which may enhance throttle response and overall performance.

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

KTM 790 Duke 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

In terms of equipment, both bikes offer LED daytime running lights and LED headlights. The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 also features a TFT display, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 adds an adjustable windscreen to its list of equipment.

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 is praised for its ample power, great handling, good equipment, aggressive look, and value for money. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 is commended for its high-revving two-cylinder engine, quickshifter as standard, great chassis set-up, playful handling, high-quality electronics package, TFT display, and good price/performance ratio.

As for weaknesses, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 is criticized for its somewhat tiring menu navigation and the lack of a quickshifter option. The KTM 790 Duke 2020's main weakness is that the suspension spring preload is only adjustable at the rear.

Overall, both the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 and the KTM 790 Duke 2020 offer impressive performance and features for naked bike enthusiasts. The choice between the two may come down to personal preference, with the Kawasaki offering a slightly more affordable option with good power and handling, while the KTM provides a higher-revving engine and a more advanced electronics package.

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

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020
KTM 790 Duke 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power105 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
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel140 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake66 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,475 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height825 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentWindscreen adjustable

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

KTM 790 Duke 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

A sporty naked bike that not only has enough power, but also playful handling and high-quality equipment - the KTM 790 Duke ticks all the boxes. If the looks don't bother you, it's hard to find anything the 790 can't do well, because in its hunting ground - the country road - it forms a wonderfully rounded package that doesn't really leave anything to be desired. Initial teething troubles have also been solved, which is why the KTM 790 Duke is still a real recommendation!

high-revving two-cylinder

quickshifter + as standard

great chassis set-up

playful handling

high-quality electronics package

TFT display

good price/performance ratio

Suspension spring preload adjustable at the rear only

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

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 and a KTM 790 Duke 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 is about 8% higher. Compared to KTM 790 Duke 2020 there are less Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 25. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Duke with 78 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 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke since model year 2018. 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 160,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Duke published on 11/9/2016.

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Price KTM 790 Duke

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