Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2019

The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 and the Kawasaki Z900 2019 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They have inline four-cylinder engines with a displacement of 948cc and a liquid cooling system. Both models produce a power output of 125 HP and a torque of 98.6 Nm. They are equipped with fuel injection systems and have four cylinders. The chassis of both bikes is made of steel and has a double cradle frame.

In terms of suspension, both models feature a telescopic upside-down fork at the front and a swingarm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. The suspension of the Z900 SE 2023 can be adjusted for compression, preload, and recovery, while the Z900 2019 can only be adjusted for preload and recovery. The rear suspension of the Z900 SE 2023 is made of aluminum, which may contribute to a lighter overall weight.

Both bikes have dual disc brakes at the front with a diameter of 300mm and four-piston calipers. The braking technology used is petal, which provides efficient and reliable stopping power. The Z900 SE 2023 is also equipped with Brembo M4-32 brakes, which are known for their strong performance.

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both models are equipped with ABS. However, the Z900 SE 2023 also features additional systems such as riding modes, ride-by-wire throttle control, and traction control. These features enhance the riding experience and provide additional safety and control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both models have the same tire widths and diameters, with a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. They also have the same wheelbase of 1450mm and seat height of 795mm. The curb weight of both models, including ABS, is 210kg.

The strengths of the Z900 SE 2023 include its powerful and pleasantly sounding four-cylinder engine, high-quality chassis components such as Öhlins rear suspension, strong Brembo M4-32 brakes, good ergonomics, and easy handling.

Kawasaki Z900 2019

The strengths of the Z900 2019 include its light and natural handling with high stability, smooth engine with full traction from medium revs, excellent transparency of the chassis with excellent feedback, comfortable seating position, and fair price.

The weaknesses of the Z900 SE 2023 include the lack of quickshifters, even as an option, the absence of lean angle-dependent traction control and cornering ABS due to the absence of an IMU, and the high weight.

The weaknesses of the Z900 2019 include the TFT screen mounted too low, complicated menu operation, and modest visibility offered by the rearview mirrors.