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Ducati Monster 821 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2021

Ducati Monster 821 2020

Ducati Monster 821 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

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Overview - Ducati Monster 821 2020 vs Kawasaki Z900 2021

Ducati Monster 821 2020

Ducati Monster 821 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 821 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2021

Ducati Monster 821 2020
Kawasaki Z900 2021
Ducati Monster 821 2020
Ducati Monster 821 2020
Kawasaki Z900 2021
Kawasaki Z900 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore88 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke67.5 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power109 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque86 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore53 mmThrottle Bore36 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement821 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel140 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake65.7 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail93.2 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,154 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth867 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,061 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,480 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)206 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise95 dBStationary noise97 dB

Equipment

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

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 821 2020

Ducati Monster 821 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Monster 821 vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Ducati Monster 821

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z900

Model year
Current average market prices

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