Yamaha Xsr700 vs Kawasaki Z900rs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xsr700 vs Kawasaki Z900rs. Yamaha Xsr700: 73 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 186 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h (est.), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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
Yamaha Xsr700
Kawasaki Z900rs
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
111 hp
Torque (Nm)
68 Nm
98.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
186 kg
214 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
73 hp @ 9,000 rpm
111 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
68 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
98.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (est.)
220 km/h
Weight
186 kg (wet/curb weight)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx. 18–22 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xsr700
8.5/10
"One of the smartest used buys in the middleweight naked class."
Pros
+CP2 engine nearly indestructible
+Excellent chassis feedback
+Retro looks age beautifully
Cons
−Stock rear shock disappoints
−Limited wind protection
−Pillion comfort is poor
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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