Kawasaki Z900 vs BMW F 900 R
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Z900 or BMW F 900 R? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Z900 and F 900 R. Kawasaki Z900 Price starts at Rs.9.38 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW F 900 R Price starts at Rs.10.80 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Z900 is 4 cylinder, 948 cc Engine can generate 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm power whereas BMW F 900 R is a 2 cylinder, 895 cc Engine can generate 104.6 PS @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Z900 provides a mileage of 15.26 kmpl (base model), and F 900 R has a mileage of 24 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Z900 is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas BMW F 900 R is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.
Z900 vs F 900 R
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Z900 | BMW F 900 R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.9.38 Lakh | Rs.10.80 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 895 cc |
| Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 104.6 PS @ 8500 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 15.26 kmpl | 24 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Z900 specifications | F 900 R specifications | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | |||
| On Road Price | 10.58 Lakh | 12.29 Lakh | |
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| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 13 Litres | |
| Engine Displacement | 948 cc | 895 cc |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Z900 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | F 900 R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | - | |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Cast Aluminum Wheels | |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | - | |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | - | |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | - | |
Calliper Type | Front-4-Piston & Rear-Single Piston Calliper | - | |
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | - | |
Front Suspension | ø41 mm inverted fork with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/120 mm | Upside-down Telescopic fork& Ø 43 mm | |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/140 mm | Cast aluminium dual swing arm& central spring strut& spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable& rebound damping adjustable | |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 120/70 ZR17 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 180/55 - ZR17 | 180/55 ZR17 | |
Front Type | Disc | - | |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 250 mm | - | |
Rear Type | Disc | - | |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | - |
Instrumentation
| Z900 Instrumentation | F 900 R Instrumentation | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | 1 | - | |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital | |
Tachometer | Digital | - | |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Infotainment & Communication
| Z900 Infotainment & Communication | F 900 R Infotainment & Communication | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years/30000km | 3 Years / Unlimited kms |
Body & Suspension
| Z900 Body & Suspension | F 900 R Body & Suspension | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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Images | |||
Frame Type | Trellis& high tensile steel | Bridge-type frame& steel shell construction |
Engine & Transmission
| Z900 Engine & Transmission | F 900 R Engine & Transmission | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 895 cc | |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four | Water-cooled 4-stroke in-line two-cylinder engine& four valves per cylinder& two overhead camshafts& dry sump lubrication | |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 2 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 | |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Battery Capacity | 0.12 kwh | 0.14 kwh | |
Battery Type | - | Maintenance Free | |
Top Speed | 195 kmph | 216 kmph | |
Max Torque | 98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm | 92 Nm @ 6500 rpm | |
Max Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 104.6 PS @ 8500 rpm | |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Electronic Injection | |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | |
Configuration | In-Line | - | |
Bore x Stroke | 73.4 mm x 56 mm | 86 mm x 77 mm | |
Mileage (Claimed) | 15.26 kmpl | 24 kmpl |
Comfort & Convenience
| Z900 Comfort & Convenience | F 900 R Comfort & Convenience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes | Sport& Road& Rain and Rider | - | |
Low Battery Indicator | 1 | - | |
Average Speed Indicator | 1 | - | |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | - | |
Under Seat Storage | No | - | |
Console Type | Digital | Digital | |
Start Type | Electric Start | Self Start Only |
Safety
| Z900 Safety | F 900 R Safety | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Radial Tyres | 1 | - | |
Hazard Warning Switch | 1 | - | |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | - | |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel | |
Slipper Clutch | Wet& Multiple Disc | multiple-disc wet clutch (anti hopping)& mechanically operated |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Z900 Dimensions & Capacity | F 900 R Dimensions & Capacity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Length | 2070 mm | 2140 mm | |
Width | 825 mm | 815 mm | |
Height | 1080 mm | 1130 mm | |
Wheelbase | 1455 mm | 1518 mm | |
Ground Clearance | 145 mm | 180 mm | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 13 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 Litres | 3 Litres | |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Sports Bike | |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 212 kg | 211 kg | |
Seat Height | 820 mm | 815 mm |
Pros & Cons
| Z900 Pros & Cons | F 900 R Pros & Cons | ||
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Z900 and BMW F 900 R
Transmission
Kawasaki Z900 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and F 900 R comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Z900 has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1080 mm seat height. BMW F 900 R has 1130 mm 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 BMW F 900 R?
The on-road price of BMW F 900 R is Rs. 12.29 Lakh in New Delhi.