Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

The Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 are both impressive motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths.

Starting with the Kawasaki Z900 2020, it is a naked bike that boasts a powerful four-cylinder engine with 125.4 HP and 98.6 Nm of torque. This engine is fuel-injected and features a chain transmission. The bike has a displacement of 948 ccm and operates on a 4-stroke system with liquid cooling. The suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork in the front with a travel of 120 mm and preload and rebound adjustment. In the rear, there is a swing arm suspension with a monoshock and a travel of 140 mm, also with preload and rebound adjustment. The frame is made of steel, providing stability and durability. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 300 mm and four pistons, utilizing petal technology. The Z900 is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The dimensions and weights include a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a rear tire width of 180 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1450 mm, a seat height of 795 mm, and a kerb weight of 210 kg with ABS.

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 is a sport touring motorcycle that offers even more power with its in-line four-cylinder engine producing 142 HP and 111 Nm of torque. The engine is also fuel-injected and has a chain transmission. The displacement is slightly larger at 1043 ccm, and it operates on a 4-stroke system with liquid cooling. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork with a travel of 120 mm and compression, preload, and rebound adjustment. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 144 mm, also with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment. The frame is made of aluminum, which contributes to its sporty performance. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 300 mm and four pistons, utilizing radial, monoblock, and petal technology. The Z1000SX is equipped with ABS and traction control as its advanced rider assistance systems. The dimensions and weights include a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a rear tire width of 190 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1440 mm, a seat height of 815 mm, and a kerb weight of 235 kg with ABS.

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2020 is praised for its powerful four-cylinder engine, great handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and value for money. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 is known for its noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000, a sensitive in-line four-cylinder engine that can be dosed in a controlled manner, being the price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes, and offering an ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities.

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

However, there are also some weaknesses to consider. The Kawasaki Z900 2020 has a somewhat tiring menu navigation and lacks the option for a quickshifter. The Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 is electronically rather rudimentary and its instruments may not be optimally readable in direct sunlight.

In conclusion, both the Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 are impressive motorcycles with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. The Z900 offers a powerful naked bike experience with great handling and value for money, while the Z1000SX provides a sport touring option with increased power and a balance between sportiness and touring capabilities. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2020
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power142 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque7,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore38 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel144 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth790 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,185 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)235 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

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, even if the option of a quickshifter would have been a nice extra. Apart from that: great shot, Kawasaki!

powerful four-cylinder

great handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

The nakedbike genes of the original Z1000 have fortunately been retained in the right areas, but the bike has been consistently tuned for touring suitability. An adapted seating position with a clearly comfortable seat (also and especially for the pillion rider), a finely controllable engine and sufficient wind protection provide the optimal basis for long, extensive and not least sporty rides. The rather compact knee angle might cause some of you to take an early break on long rides. In return, however, you get an upright riding position in which you can freely develop your upper body. The Z1000SX is a reduced to the essential touring bike with a top price-performance ratio! One thing in particular stood out: you don't always have to have all the electronic "helpers" on board to create a sporty bike that rides very well - a TOP sports tourer at a favourable price compared to the other two bikes!

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2020 and a Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 is about 20% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 there are more Kawasaki Z900 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 34 compared to 11. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z1000SX with 115 days compared to 124 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 14 reviews for the Kawasaki Z1000SX since model year 2011. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 was published on 11/11/2016 and now has more than 93,200 views. This compares to more than 9,900 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z1000SX published on 10/5/2010.

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