Suzuki Katana vs Kawasaki Z900
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Katana vs Kawasaki Z900. Suzuki Katana: 150 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2019+ model) hp, 215 kg (wet/curb weight — 2019+ model) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Katana
Kawasaki Z900
Horsepower (hp)
150 hp
125 hp
Torque (Nm)
108 Nm
98.6 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
215 kg
214 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
150 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2019+ model)
125 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
108 Nm @ 9,500 rpm (2019+ model)
98.6 Nm @ 7,700 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
225 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
Weight
215 kg (wet/curb weight — 2019+ model)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L) — based on 2019+ model, real-world average
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Katana
7.5/10
"A flawed but intoxicating muscle bike for experienced riders only."
Pros
+Savage, characterful inline-four engine
+Excellent Brembo front brakes
+Strong used market availability
Cons
−Terrible wind protection above 60mph
−Fairing panels scratch absurdly easily
−Basic outdated electronics package
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
Top 10 Accessories
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