Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki Gsx150 Bandit
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki Gsx150 Bandit. 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. Suzuki Gsx150 Bandit: ~16 hp @ 9,500 rpm (note: estimated based on regional market data) hp, ~134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~130 km/h (estimated, note: manufacturer figures not officially published), Motoryk rating 7.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Z900
Suzuki Gsx150 Bandit
Horsepower (hp)
125 hp
16 hp
Torque (Nm)
98.6 Nm
14 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
225 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
214 kg
134 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
125 hp @ 9,500 rpm
~16 hp @ 9,500 rpm (note: estimated based on regional market data)
Torque
98.6 Nm @ 7,700 rpm
~14 Nm @ 8,000 rpm (note: estimated based on regional market data)
Top Speed
225 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
~130 km/h (estimated, note: manufacturer figures not officially published)
Weight
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
~134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, typical real-world average)
~2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
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
Suzuki Gsx150 Bandit
7.0/10
"Solid urban workhorse if you keep expectations firmly grounded."
Pros
+Reliable, low-maintenance engine
+Comfortable upright riding position
+Nimble through city traffic
Cons
−Struggles noticeably on highways
−Budget suspension feels it
−First-timer abuse common
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