Yamaha Xsr900 vs Kawasaki Z900rs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xsr900 vs Kawasaki Z900rs. Yamaha Xsr900: 119 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2022+ model) hp, 193 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h (estimated), 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 Xsr900
Kawasaki Z900rs
Horsepower (hp)
119 hp
111 hp
Torque (Nm)
93 Nm
98.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
193 kg
214 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
119 hp @ 10,000 rpm (2022+ model)
111 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
93 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (2022+ model)
98.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h (estimated)
220 km/h
Weight
193 kg (wet/curb weight)
214 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx 18 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xsr900
8.5/10
"The best used triple you can buy under eight grand."
Pros
+CP3 triple is brilliant
+Surprisingly practical daily rider
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Low-RPM fueling can stumble
−Stock suspension merely adequate
−Bar-end mirrors get damaged
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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