Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. KTM 300 EXC 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 300 EXC 2017

KTM 300 EXC 2017

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs KTM 300 EXC 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 300 EXC 2017

KTM 300 EXC 2017

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2021 compared to KTM 300 EXC 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2021
KTM 300 EXC 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke72 mm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemCarburator
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionKokusan
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes2-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel300 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
TravelTravel140 mmTravel310 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeCentral tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter260 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter220 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width80 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height100 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height960 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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.

KTM 300 EXC 2017

KTM 300 EXC 2017

Although the 1000PS Offroad Crew found a few weak points, all testers were enthusiastic about the KTM 300 EXC. Its single-cylinder has good responsiveness and is very easy to ride thanks to its power. The chassis offers a solid basic setup ex works, even if it is a bit top-heavy according to our pros. In addition, many parts, such as the fan, have to be bought from KTM accessories, so the bill will be a little higher.

good responsiveness

solid chassis setup

Important parts subject to surcharge

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 300 EXC

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price KTM 300 EXC

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