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All Bikes/Compare/Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Z750

Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Z750

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Z750. Kawasaki Z900: 125 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 214 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Kawasaki Z750: 106 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 204 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Kawasaki Z900 Kawasaki Z750
Horsepower (hp)
125 hp
106 hp
Torque (Nm)
98.6 Nm
79 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
225 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
214 kg
204 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
125 hp @ 9,500 rpm
106 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
98.6 Nm @ 7,700 rpm
79 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
225 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
220 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish top speed)
Weight
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Kawasaki Z900
Kawasaki Z900
8.5/10

"The used streetfighter benchmark that rivals struggle to beat at this money."

Pros
+Fantastic power-to-price ratio
+Chassis feedback genuinely excellent
+Parts and servicing affordable
Cons
Pre-2020 forks underwhelming
Vibes above 8,000rpm noticeable
Wind protection essentially nonexistent
Kawasaki Z750
Kawasaki Z750
8.0/10

"A genuinely brilliant used buy if you shop carefully."

Pros
+Thrilling top-end power delivery
+Solid, predictable chassis
+Parts cheap and available
Cons
Early cam chain tensioner issues
Attracts hard-riding young owners
Suspension tired on high mileage

Top 10 Accessories

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PUIG R12 Frame Sliders Kawasaki Z900 2017+
PUIG · Frame Sliders
PUIG R12 Frame Sliders Kawasaki Z900 2017+
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SW-Motech Engine Guard Crash Bar Kawasaki Z900
SW-Motech · Crash Bars
SW-Motech Engine Guard Crash Bar Kawasaki Z900
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AJC Battery Compatible with Kawasaki Z900 ABS 900CC Motorcycle Battery (2017-2019)
Battery
AJC Battery Compatible with Kawasaki Z900 ABS 900CC Motorcycle Battery (2017-2019)
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Kawasaki Z900 / Z900 ABS Drive Chain Kit 99996-5019
Chain & Lube
Kawasaki Z900 / Z900 ABS Drive Chain Kit 99996-5019
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120/70ZR-17 (58W) Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2 Front Motorcycle Tire for Kawasaki Z900 2017-2018
Tires
120/70ZR-17 (58W) Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2 Front Motorcycle Tire for Kawasaki Z900 2017-2018
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Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
Helmet
Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
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Riding Gloves
Gloves
Riding Gloves
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Mesh Riding Jacket
Jacket
Mesh Riding Jacket
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Riding Boots
Boots
Riding Boots
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Chain Lube & Cleaner Kit
Chain Lube
Chain Lube & Cleaner Kit
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