Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Kawasaki Z900 2021 and the KTM 790 Duke 2020 have inline engines with liquid cooling and fuel injection systems. However, the Z900 has a larger engine displacement of 948cc compared to the 790 Duke's 799cc. The Z900 also has more power with 125.4 HP compared to the 790 Duke's 105 HP. Both bikes have four cylinders.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The Z900's rear suspension also includes a monoshock with preload and rebound adjustment, while the 790 Duke's rear suspension only has preload adjustment. The Z900's rear suspension is made of aluminum, while the 790 Duke's is not specified.

In terms of chassis, the Z900 has a steel frame with a double cradle design, while the 790 Duke has a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular design.

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front with a diameter of 300mm and four pistons. The Z900's front brakes use petal technology, while the 790 Duke's front brakes use radial technology.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Z900 also features ride by wire technology, while the 790 Duke does not specify this.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, with a diameter of 17 inches for both. The Z900 has a wheelbase of 1450mm, while the 790 Duke has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1475mm. The seat height of the Z900 is 795mm, while the 790 Duke has a higher seat height of 825mm.

KTM 790 Duke 2020

In terms of equipment, the Z900 features LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display. The 790 Duke has an adjustable windscreen in addition to its other equipment.

In terms of strengths, the Z900 is praised for its powerful four-cylinder engine, intuitive handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and value for money. The 790 Duke is praised for its high-revving two-cylinder engine, quickshifter as standard, great chassis set-up, playful handling, high-quality electronics package, TFT display, and good price/performance ratio.

In terms of weaknesses, the Z900 does not offer a quickshifter option and is considered to be behind competitors with a 6-axis IMU electronically. The 790 Duke's only weakness mentioned is that the suspension spring preload is adjustable at the rear only.