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Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore73.4 mmBore97.6 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power97 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,750 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque112 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque4,950 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeCentral tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake22.8 degree
TrailTrail98 mmTrail93.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, 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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth865 mmWidth760 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,110 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height807 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Its four-cylinder is silky smooth while delivering enough power to make you grin under your helmet. It is also very easy to move, which should make it a great commuter bike in everyday life and serve as an iconic fun bike at the weekend. The looks find the perfect straddle of classic design and modern details to form a coherent retro package that is also a worthy tribute to Kawasaki history. It's a great naked bike with a snazzy look.

Powerful and smooth engine

good looks

comfortable seating position

easy to ride

balanced handling. Not nervous and not ponderous

no shift assistant

heavier than other retro bikes in this class

seat a little too soft on long tours

no wind protection

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

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Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200

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