Yamaha MT-09 versus Kawasaki Z 900

Yamaha MT-09

Naked

Kawasaki Z 900

Naked

What makes the 4th generation of the MT-09 different or better?

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Yamaha MT-09 2024 im Test

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The small, green leprechaun in new freshness

Since 2017, Kawasaki has had a real bestseller in its range with the Z 900. But the years pass, and the customers demand once again a facelift of the crisp naked bike. Ideally, a facelift serves to strengthen the strengths... weiter

Kawasaki Z 900 (2020)

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2013 bis 2024~

Built von 2020 bis 2024~

RRP 11.199 €

RRP 10.295 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Pros:

Fun Grenade
Powerful engine with pressure and character
Hissing triple soundscape
Technically already fully equipped in series production
buttery smooth QuickShifter
agile, manoeuvrable handling

Pros:

Powerful engine
Precise chassis
Easy-to-control brakes
Value for money

Cons:

Clutch housing protrudes far on the right
Turn signal reset interval too long

Cons:

Pillion comfort
Partial operation

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.430 mm
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.145 mm
Seat : 825 mm
Weight : 189 kg

Wheelbase: 1.455 mm
Length : 2.070 mm Height : 1.080 mm
Seat : 830 mm
Weight : 212 kg

Engine

Motor design: Number 3 Cylinder
Displacement: 890 ccm
Hub: 62 mm
Hole: 78 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Motor design: Liquid-cooled four-stroke in-line four-cylinder 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 948 ccm
Hub: 56 mm
Hole: 73 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 235 km/h
Performance: 119 HP at 10.000 U/Min
Torque: 93 NM bei 7.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 280 km

Maximum speed: 240 km/h
Performance: 125 HP at 9.500 U/Min
Torque: 99 NM bei 7.700 U/Min

Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 315 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridge tube frame (aluminum)

Front suspension:
Upside-Down 41 mm (travel 130 mm)

Rear suspension:
Monoshock (travel 177 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tyres: 180/55 ZR17

Frame type:
Tubular space frame (steel)

Front suspension:
41 mm upside-down fork (travel 120 mm)

Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 140 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear tyres: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W)

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 245 mm)

Front brake
Double disc (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 250 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

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Good - if you like athletes

What remains? At 9,845 euros, the Kawasaki Z 900 of the 2020 vintage has become more expensive, but with its electronic equipment it has also become considerably more valuable, especially in the area of security. She has lost nothing of her qualities – at least for sporty riders.

However, it is a very animating motorcycle: the bike appeals to the rider on an emotional level. Only the message is always the same: finally turn to the stop! If you like this and don't need a socioseat, you have a fully everyday athlete colleague here. If this is too hectic, the new features will not convince you either.

The test bike was provided to us by Heller & Soltau in St. Michaelisdonn.