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All Bikes/Compare/Keeway Rkr 125 vs Kawasaki Z900

Keeway Rkr 125 vs Kawasaki Z900

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Keeway Rkr 125 vs Kawasaki Z900. Keeway Rkr 125: ~11 hp @ 9,000 rpm (note: best estimate based on A1 class restriction of 11 kW/15 PS max) hp, ~135 kg (wet/curb weight, note: best estimate) weight, top speed ~110 km/h (estimated, note: electronically or mechanically limited to comply with A1 regulations), Motoryk rating 5.5/10. 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.

Performance at a Glance

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Keeway Rkr 125 Kawasaki Z900
Horsepower (hp)
11 hp
125 hp
Torque (Nm)
10 Nm
98.6 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
135 kg
214 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
~11 hp @ 9,000 rpm (note: best estimate based on A1 class restriction of 11 kW/15 PS max)
125 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
~10 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (note: best estimate)
98.6 Nm @ 7,700 rpm
Top Speed
~110 km/h (estimated, note: electronically or mechanically limited to comply with A1 regulations)
225 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
Weight
~135 kg (wet/curb weight, note: best estimate)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~3.0 L/100km or ~33 km/L (estimated real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Keeway Rkr 125
Keeway Rkr 125
5.5/10

"Looks the part, but reality bites hard beyond city limits."

Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Comfortable urban commuting ergonomics
+Affordable used market pricing
Cons
Buzzy and strained at speed
Parts availability frustratingly inconsistent
Thin plastics, poor build quality
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

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Engine Oil
10W-40 Semi-Synthetic Motorcycle Engine Oil JASO MA2
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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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Oil Filter
Oil Filter for Keeway RKR 125
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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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Air Filter
Air Filter for Keeway RKR 125
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High-Performance Motorcycle Brake Pads - Carbon Fiber, Low Noise, Compatible with Kawasaki Z800 Z 800 2013-2016 Z 900 Z900 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023, Daytona 675 FA347F FA140R
Brake Pads
High-Performance Motorcycle Brake Pads - Carbon Fiber, Low Noise, Compatible with Kawasaki Z800 Z 800 2013-2016 Z 900 Z900 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023, Daytona 675 FA347F FA140R
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NGK · Spark Plugs
NGK CR8E Spark Plug
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Cyclemax Full Synthetic 10W-40 Oil Change Kit compatible with 2017-2023 Kawasaki Z900
Engine Oil
Cyclemax Full Synthetic 10W-40 Oil Change Kit compatible with 2017-2023 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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Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
Helmet
Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
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