Kawasaki Z900 2017 vs. Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2017 vs Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

The Kawasaki Z900 model year 2017 and the Kawasaki Z900 70kW model year 2018 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. Both models have an inline 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 948cc and a liquid cooling system. They also both have a double cradle steel frame and a swing arm suspension with a monoshock absorber.

In terms of engine power, the Kawasaki Z900 2017 has a higher output with 125.4 HP compared to the 95 HP of the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018. The torque of the 2017 model is also higher at 98.6 Nm compared to 91.2 Nm for the 2018 model. This means that the 2017 model may have better acceleration and overall performance.

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Both models have the same front and rear suspension setup with upside-down telescopic forks and adjustable preload and rebound. The front brakes are also the same, with double disk and four-piston calipers. The dimensions and weights of the two models are also identical, with a wheelbase of 1450 mm, seat height of 795 mm, and a kerb weight of 210 kg (with ABS).

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2017 is praised for its ingenious naked bike chassis, superb looks, and a responsive engine with a well-balanced torque. It is also considered to offer an optimum combination of performance, price, and practical use.

On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 is commended for its smooth engine with punch at around 6000 rpm, finely controllable brakes, and good handling. It is also said to be stable at motorway speeds and has a smooth running engine that is suitable for city traffic.

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

In terms of weaknesses, the Kawasaki Z900 2017 is criticized for having a narrow knee angle, which may be uncomfortable for taller riders. The Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 is said to be quite small for tall people and has a relatively high weight of 210 kg, which may affect its acceleration with only 48 hp.

Overall, both models have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them may depend on the rider's preferences and priorities. The 2017 model may offer better performance, while the 2018 model may be more suitable for city riding and have better handling.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2017 compared to Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2017
Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque91.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore36 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 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel140 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced 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
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

An incredibly well-designed motorbike. A lot of test work and attention to detail went into it. It has exactly the right power, exactly the right chassis and exactly the right look. An all-round successful naked bike that will make you happy for a long time. If you like, you can ride it simply and faithfully, but if you want, you can also ride it really fast and it wheels like hell. Great!

Ingenious nakedbike chassis

superb looks

engine responds super fine, revs up willingly and has a perfectly dimensioned torque

optimum intersection of performance, price and practical use

Knee angle very narrow for tall people (order another seat!)

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 Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Z900 70kW

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2017 and a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 2017 is about 3% higher. A Kawasaki Z900 2017 experiences a loss of 520 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 230 USD for a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018. Compared to Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 there are more Kawasaki Z900 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 43 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z900 with 85 days compared to 194 days for a Kawasaki Z900 70kW. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 10 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW since model year 2018. 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 104,300 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 70kW published on 11/23/2018.

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