Kawasaki Gpz900r vs Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Gpz900r vs Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade. Kawasaki Gpz900r: 115 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 241 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade: 122 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 185 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Gpz900r
Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
Horsepower (hp)
115 hp
122 hp
Torque (Nm)
87 Nm
92 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
241 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
185 kg
Type
Sport
Supersport
Horsepower
115 hp @ 9,500 rpm
122 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
87 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
92 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
241 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
185 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Gpz900r
8.0/10
"An iconic machine worth buying right, not buying cheap."
Pros
+Charismatic engine, genuinely rewarding
+Bulletproof basic mechanicals
+Strong parts community support
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner issues
−Parts increasingly expensive
−Prices inflated by nostalgia
Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
8.5/10
"A genuine legend that still rewards experienced riders enormously."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability record
+Legendary handling still impressive
+Strong parts availability overall
Cons
−Fairing panels costly and scarce
−Hard seat on long rides
−Carb versions need attention
Top 10 Accessories
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