Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs Kawasaki Z900rs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs Kawasaki Z900rs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200: 97 hp @ 6,750 rpm hp, 216 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 209 km/h (estimated; Triumph does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Kawasaki Z900rs: 111 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 214 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Triumph Speed Twin 1200
Kawasaki Z900rs
Horsepower (hp)
97 hp
111 hp
Torque (Nm)
112 Nm
98.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
209 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
216 kg
214 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
97 hp @ 6,750 rpm
111 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
112 Nm @ 4,950 rpm
98.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
209 km/h (estimated; Triumph does not officially publish top speed)
220 km/h
Weight
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph Speed Twin 1200
8.0/10
"A genuinely accomplished modern classic that delivers daily and on weekends."
Pros
+Torquey, characterful 1200 engine
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring handling
+Strong build quality throughout
Cons
−Stock seat comfort mediocre
−Fork seals prone to weeping
−Limited wind protection
Kawasaki Z900rs
8.5/10
"The retro bike that actually earns its premium asking price."
Pros
+Stunning retro styling holds value
+Engine smooth yet genuinely exciting
+Surprisingly comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Pre-2020 fueling can stumble
−Stock suspension underwhelms heavier riders
−Headers rust quickly if neglected
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