Kawasaki Z900 vs Aprilia RS 457
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Z900 or Aprilia RS 457? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Z900 and RS 457. Kawasaki Z900 Price starts at Rs.9.38 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD 2024 and Aprilia RS 457 Price starts at Rs.4.27 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 457 STD. Kawasaki Z900 is 4 cylinder, 948 cc Engine can generate 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm power whereas Aprilia RS 457 is a 2 cylinder, 457 cc Engine can generate 47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Z900 provides a mileage of 15.26 kmpl (base model), and RS 457 has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Z900 is available in 2 colours & 3 variants whereas Aprilia RS 457 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.
Z900 vs RS 457
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Z900 | Aprilia RS 457 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.9.38 Lakh | Rs.4.27 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 457 cc |
| Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 15.26 kmpl | 30 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Z900 specifications | RS 457 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 10.58 Lakh Price Breakup | 4.81 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 13 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 948 cc | 457 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Z900 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | RS 457 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Fixed | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 300 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 120/70 ZR17 | 17 x 3 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 180/55 ZR17 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Inverted fork with rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability | 41mupside-dowforkadjustablpreload120mmtravel |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/140 mm | MoNoshock& adjustable preload& 130 mm wheel travel |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) | 110/70 - 17 |
Instrumentation
| Z900 Instrumentation | RS 457 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| Z900 Exterior | RS 457 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Z900 Warranty | RS 457 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years/30000 kms | 3 Years or 36000 km |
Body & Suspension
| Z900 Body & Suspension | RS 457 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Trellis& high tensile steel | Dual Beam Aluminium Frame |
Engine & Transmission
| Z900 Engine & Transmission | RS 457 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | Yes | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 457 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four | 2 Parallel forward facing cylinders& 4 valves per cylinder& liquid cooled with Ride-By-Wire |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Top Speed | 195 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | 73.4 mm x 56 mm | 69 mm x 61.1 mm |
Configuration | Four Cylinder | - |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm |
Max Torque | 97.4 Nm @ 7700 rpm | 43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Z900 Comfort & Convenience | RS 457 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | - | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Z900 Safety | RS 457 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | Yes | - |
Slipper Clutch | Yes | Multiplate wet clutch with slipper system |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Z900 Dimensions & Capacity | RS 457 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2070 mm | - |
Width | 825 mm | - |
Height | 1080 mm | - |
Wheelbase | 1455 mm | - |
Ground Clearance | 145 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 13 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 Litres | - |
Body Type | Sports | Sports Bike |
Seat Height | 820 mm | 800 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 212 kg | 175 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Z900 and Aprilia RS 457
Safety
Z900 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch, Traction Control System, Power Modes. RS 457 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki Z900 has features like Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Aprilia RS 457, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.
Transmission
Kawasaki Z900 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RS 457 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Z900 has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1080 mm seat height. Aprilia RS 457 has seat height and 13 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Z900?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Z900 is Rs. 10.58 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Aprilia RS 457?
The on-road price of Aprilia RS 457 is Rs. 4.81 Lakh in New Delhi.