Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

The Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Kawasaki Z 750R 2011 are both naked bikes from Kawasaki, but there are several differences between the two models.

In terms of engine and drive train, both bikes have an inline four-cylinder engine with liquid cooling. However, the Z900 has a larger displacement of 948cc compared to the Z 750R's 748cc. This results in the Z900 producing more power with 125.4 HP, while the Z 750R has 106 HP. The Z900 also has higher torque at 98.6 Nm compared to the Z 750R's 78 Nm. Both bikes have four cylinders and use a double cradle steel frame for the chassis.

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

When it comes to suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front. However, the Z900 offers more adjustability with preload and rebound adjustments, while the Z 750R only has rebound adjustment. The same applies to the rear suspension, with the Z900 having preload and rebound adjustments, while the Z 750R only has rebound adjustment.

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with four pistons. However, the Z900 uses petal technology for its front brakes, while the Z 750R uses radial petal technology. Both bikes have the same tire dimensions, with a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm. The wheelbase is slightly longer on the Z900 at 1450mm compared to the Z 750R's 1440mm. The seat height is also lower on the Z900 at 795mm compared to the Z 750R's 835mm. However, the Z900 is slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 210kg compared to the Z 750R's 230kg.

In terms of strengths, the Z900 has a more powerful engine, great handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and offers good value for money. On the other hand, the Z 750R has a confident engine, excellent braking system, and ABS.

Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

However, there are also weaknesses for each bike. The Z900's menu navigation can be somewhat tiring, and it lacks the option for a quickshifter. On the other hand, the Z 750R has stability issues and can feel unsteady in the chassis.

In conclusion, the Kawasaki Z900 2020 offers more power, better handling, and more adjustability in suspension compared to the Kawasaki Z 750R 2011. However, the Z 750R has a confident engine, excellent braking system, and ABS. Both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

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Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore68.4 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power106 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque8,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement748 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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 mmLength2,085 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,070 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)230 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

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, even if the option of a quickshifter would have been a nice extra. Apart from that: great shot, Kawasaki!

powerful four-cylinder

great handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

Kawasaki Z 750R 2011

All in all, we think the Kawasaki Z 750 is right to wear the R. It is definitely a lot of fun on trackdays. However, if you want to hunt for lap times energetically, you have to invest in the chassis. Primarily to gain lean angle clearance. After that, you could even think about an "RR" in the name abbreviation.

Confident engine

excellent braking system and ABS.

Stability - unsteadiness in the chassis.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Z 750R

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2020 and a Kawasaki Z 750R 2011. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 2020 is about 71% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z 750R 2011 there are more Kawasaki Z900 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 34 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z 750R with 49 days compared to 124 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 7 reviews for the Kawasaki Z 750R since model year 2011. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 was published on 11/11/2016 and now has more than 93,200 views. This compares to more than 17,800 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z 750R published on 9/14/2010.

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