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All Bikes/Compare/Triumph Street Triple vs Kawasaki Z900

Triumph Street Triple vs Kawasaki Z900

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Triumph Street Triple vs Kawasaki Z900. Triumph Street Triple: 118 hp @ 12,000 rpm (2023 Street Triple RS 765; base R variant approx. 94 hp; note: varies significantly by variant and year) hp, 166 kg (wet/curb weight, Street Triple RS; base variants approx. 168 kg) weight, top speed 225 km/h (note: approximate; RS variant slightly higher, around 230 km/h), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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

Triumph Street Triple Kawasaki Z900
Horsepower (hp)
118 hp
125 hp
Torque (Nm)
79 Nm
98.6 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
225 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
166 kg
214 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
118 hp @ 12,000 rpm (2023 Street Triple RS 765; base R variant approx. 94 hp; note: varies significantly by variant and year)
125 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
79 Nm @ 9,350 rpm (Street Triple RS 765; note: varies by variant)
98.6 Nm @ 7,700 rpm
Top Speed
225 km/h (note: approximate; RS variant slightly higher, around 230 km/h)
225 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
Weight
166 kg (wet/curb weight, Street Triple RS; base variants approx. 168 kg)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, real-world average; note: varies by variant and riding style)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Triumph Street Triple
Triumph Street Triple
8.5/10

"The best all-rounder middleweight money can buy used."

Pros
+Triple engine sounds incredible
+Razor-sharp chassis response
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
Throttle body issues on older bikes
Fuel economy genuinely poor
Pillion seat essentially decorative
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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R&G Racing Aero Frame Sliders Triumph Street Triple
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R&G Racing Aero Frame Sliders Triumph Street Triple
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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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Evotech Performance Engine Case Cover Set Street Triple
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Evotech Performance Engine Case Cover Set Street Triple
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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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Caltric Front Rear Brake Pads Compatible with Triumph Street Triple 675 2007-2014
Brake Pads
Caltric Front Rear Brake Pads Compatible with Triumph Street Triple 675 2007-2014
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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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AJC Battery Compatible with Triumph Street Triple R ABS 675CC Motorcycle Battery (2014-2016)
Battery
AJC Battery Compatible with Triumph Street Triple R ABS 675CC Motorcycle Battery (2014-2016)
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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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NICHE Gold 525 X-Ring Chain 118 Links with Connecting Master Link
Chain & Lube
NICHE Gold 525 X-Ring Chain 118 Links with Connecting Master Link
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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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