Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2017

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2017
Visão geral - Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 vs Kawasaki Z900 2017
In terms of the technical specifications, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 and the Kawasaki Z900 2017 have some similarities and differences. Both bikes have an inline engine with liquid cooling and fuel injection systems. However, the Yamaha MT-09 SP has a 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 847cc, while the Kawasaki Z900 has a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 948cc. This means that the Kawasaki Z900 has a slightly higher power output of 125.4 HP compared to the Yamaha MT-09 SP's 115 HP. The Kawasaki Z900 also has a higher torque of 98.6 Nm compared to the Yamaha MT-09 SP's 87.5 Nm.
In terms of suspension, both bikes have a telescopic front fork and a monoshock rear suspension. However, the Yamaha MT-09 SP offers more adjustment options for the front and rear suspension, including compression, preload, and recovery adjustments. The Kawasaki Z900 only offers preload and recovery adjustments for the front suspension.
In terms of the chassis, the Yamaha MT-09 SP has an aluminum frame, while the Kawasaki Z900 has a steel frame. Both bikes have a double tube frame design.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
In terms of braking, both bikes have dual disc brakes at the front. The Yamaha MT-09 SP has slightly smaller front disc diameters of 298mm compared to the Kawasaki Z900's 300mm front discs.
Both bikes come with ABS as a standard feature. However, the Yamaha MT-09 SP also offers additional advanced rider assistance systems such as quick shift and traction control.
In terms of dimensions, the Yamaha MT-09 SP has a wider front tire of 120mm compared to the Kawasaki Z900's 120mm front tire. Both bikes have the same rear tire width of 180mm. The Yamaha MT-09 SP has a longer wheelbase of 1500mm compared to the Kawasaki Z900's 1450mm wheelbase. The Yamaha MT-09 SP also has a higher seat height of 820mm compared to the Kawasaki Z900's 795mm seat height.
In terms of weight, the Yamaha MT-09 SP is lighter at 193kg compared to the Kawasaki Z900's 210kg weight.

Kawasaki Z900 2017
In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-09 SP has a powerful 3-cylinder engine, good brakes, a sporty and comfortable seating position, ABS, traction control, and a quick shift assistant. The Kawasaki Z900 has an innovative naked bike chassis design, a great appearance, a responsive and torquey engine, and a good balance between performance, price, and practicality.
In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha MT-09 SP has a high seat height and the quick shift assistant is only available for upshifts. The instrument panel design is also not very distinctive compared to the base version. The Kawasaki Z900 has a narrow knee angle for tall riders, but this can be addressed by ordering a different seat.
Overall, both the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 and the Kawasaki Z900 2017 are powerful naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Especificações técnicas Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 em comparação com Kawasaki Z900 2017
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Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018

A Yamaha MT-09 SP é o aperfeiçoamento de uma já muito boa naked de gama média. Com melhores componentes de suspensão da Öhlins e Kayaba, uma pintura mais agradável e um preço justificadamente mais elevado, a versão SP é claramente a escolha mais desportiva dentro da gama Yamaha MT-09. A potência bruta do motor não permite que a MT-09 SP seja conduzida confortavelmente, mas isso não é necessário na "Special" - a diversão está claramente em primeiro plano! A Yamaha MT-09 EVO com suspensão Wilbers está agora disponível como uma alternativa interessante, porque não tem "pintura de guerra" e é muito discreta. Mas infelizmente só na Suíça...
Kawasaki Z900 2017

Uma mota incrivelmente bem concebida. Foi objeto de muitos testes e de muita atenção aos pormenores. Tem exatamente a potência certa, o chassis certo e o visual certo. Uma moto naked de sucesso geral que o fará feliz durante muito tempo. Se quiseres, podes conduzi-la de forma simples e fiel, mas se quiseres, também podes conduzi-la muito depressa e ela roda como o diabo. É óptima!
Comparação de preços Preço médio de mercado Yamaha MT-09 SP vs Kawasaki Z900
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 and a Kawasaki Z900 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 is about 7% higher. A Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 experiences a loss of 960 EUR in one year and 1 780 EUR in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 650 EUR and 1 140 EUR for a Kawasaki Z900 2017. Compared to Kawasaki Z900 2017 there are less Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 43. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 SP with 72 days compared to 85 days for a Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP and 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 since model year 2017. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 SP was published on 06/11/2017 and now has more than 49 000 views. This compares to more than 93 200 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 published on 11/11/2016.