Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 and the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and advanced rider assistance systems. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 is equipped with a 4-cylinder in-line engine that delivers 125.4 HP of power and 98.6 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 features a 3-cylinder in-line engine with slightly lower power output at 119 HP and torque at 93 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The rear shock absorber on both models is provided by Öhlins. However, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 offers more adjustment options for the front suspension, including compression, preload, and rebound adjustments. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 also has adjustable front suspension, but lacks the compression adjustment.

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

When it comes to the chassis, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 features a steel frame with a double cradle design, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design. Both frames are known for their durability and rigidity.

In terms of braking, both bikes are equipped with double disk brakes at the front. The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 has slightly larger brake disks with a diameter of 300 mm, compared to the 298 mm disks on the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. However, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 comes with additional features such as cornering ABS, a quickshifter, and anti-wheelie control, which are not available on the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, the two bikes have similar front and rear tire widths and diameters. The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1450 mm, compared to the 1430 mm wheelbase of the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021. The seat height of the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 is also slightly higher at 825 mm, compared to the 795 mm seat height of the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 is also lighter, with a kerb weight of 189 kg, compared to the 210 kg kerb weight of the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022.

In terms of equipment, both bikes come with LED headlights and TFT displays. However, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 also features LED daytime running lights, which are not available on the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021.

In summary, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 offers a powerful engine, high-quality chassis components, strong brakes, good ergonomics, and easy handling on the racetrack. However, it lacks a quickshifter. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 provides an upright and comfortable seating position, a well-tuned chassis, quick and easy adjustment of mappings and traction control, high-quality workmanship, lovely details, and a great tuned engine with excellent acceleration and pressure in the relevant rev range. However, it has a crude horn mounting and a poorer display compared to the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel120 mmTravel137 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandÖhlins
TravelTravel140 mmTravel142 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise97 dBStationary noise96 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022

The SE is a worthy further development of the already very sporty and good-natured Kawasaki Z900. But now sporty owners can also do fast laps on trackdays without making any major compromises. The components from Öhlins and Brembo bring real added value, so that the only thing missing is the quickshifter.

powerful engine

high-quality chassis components

strong brake

good ergonomics

easy handling on the racetrack

missing quickshifter

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

The Yamaha MT-09 SP is based on the really well-done MT-09. In 2021, a particularly fine vintage! But the upgrade goes one better! The high-quality chassis provides a great compromise between riding comfort and sportiness.

Upright, comfortable seating position

Well-tuned chassis

Mappings and traction control are quick and easy to adjust

High-quality workmanship

Lovely details

Great tuned engine

Great acceleration and lots of pressure in the relevant rev range.

Horn mounted in a crude way

poor display

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 SE vs Yamaha MT-09 SP

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 and a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 is about 19% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 there are less Kawasaki Z900 SE 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 15. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z900 SE with 89 days compared to 120 days for a Yamaha MT-09 SP. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 12 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 SE and 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP since model year 2018. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 SE was published on 9/16/2021 and now has more than 37,200 views. This compares to more than 49,000 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 SP published on 11/6/2017.

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