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BMW R nineT 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2021

BMW R nineT 2020

BMW R nineT 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

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Overview - BMW R nineT 2020 vs Kawasaki Z900 2021

BMW R nineT 2020

BMW R nineT 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Technical Specifications BMW R nineT 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2021

BMW R nineT 2020
Kawasaki Z900 2021
BMW R nineT 2020
BMW R nineT 2020
Kawasaki Z900 2021
Kawasaki Z900 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque116 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore50 mmThrottle Bore36 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter46 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake63.2 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail107.9 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced 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
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth900 mmWidth820 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,487 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height803 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)222 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R nineT 2020

BMW R nineT 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, except for the lack of a quickshifter option.

powerful four-cylinder

intuitive handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

No quickshifter option

competitors with 6-axis IMU electronically ahead.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R nineT vs Kawasaki Z900

Price BMW R nineT

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z900

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