Kawasaki Z E-1 vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Z E-1 vs Yamaha Fz25. Kawasaki Z E-1: 9 hp continuous / ~12 hp peak (Note: Kawasaki rates it at 6 kW continuous output) hp, 140 kg (curb weight, with dual battery pack) weight, top speed 100 km/h (estimated; restricted by design for A1 category), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Z E-1
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
9 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
40 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
100 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
140 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
9 hp continuous / ~12 hp peak (Note: Kawasaki rates it at 6 kW continuous output)
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
40 Nm (peak, from 0 rpm)
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
100 km/h (estimated; restricted by design for A1 category)
130 km/h
Weight
140 kg (curb weight, with dual battery pack)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
N/A – Electric (estimated ~40–50 Wh/km real-world consumption)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Z E-1
6.5/10
"A smart urban commuter buy if range anxiety won't break you."
Pros
+Removable battery is practical
+Smooth predictable power delivery
+Sharp Z-series styling
Cons
−Real-world range disappoints
−Slow charging times frustrating
−Battery health unknown used
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
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