KTM 990 Duke 2024 vs. Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

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Overview - KTM 990 Duke 2024 vs Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Duke 2024 compared to Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

KTM 990 Duke 2024
Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore92.5 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke70.4 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power123 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque103 NmTorque91.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio11.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch 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
DisplacementDisplacement947 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

TravelTravel140 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
RakeRake65.8 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction controlAdvanced 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,476 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)190 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

The new KTM 990 Duke offers terrific power, both in relaxed everyday riding and on winding country roads. Sachs with the disappointing braking performance is therefore particularly painful here. In my opinion, the KTM remains virtually unrivalled in the upper mid-range when it comes to road fun. Even the excessively high price, when compared with the competition, is not an exclusion criterion for me. According to me, there is no other bike in this segment that is so lively, that combines stability and nimble handling so superbly and also offers such a height of everyday usability. A modern KTM Duke with two cylinders is quite simply a unique bike.

Lively and powerful engine with manners

Comfortable riding position

Playful handling

High stability

Excellent chassis with lots of feedback and stability

Modern electronics with lean angle-dependent traction control and cornering ABS

Smooth 2-cylinder in the lower rev range without jerking

Strong acceleration in the lower rev range

Versatility for both everyday riding and sporty riding

Confident riding performance even in wet conditions

Very light and agile

High-quality display and pleasant operation of the switches

Polarised design

Price/performance ratio below average compared to competitors

gearstick on the test bike too bony and harsh this time

blipper function could give more intermediate throttle

feedback from suspension not perfect

engine slightly raw at low revs compared to three- or four-cylinder bikes

polarised design

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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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Duke vs Kawasaki Z900 70kW

Price KTM 990 Duke

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