Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Z900 or Suzuki V-Strom 800DE? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Z900 and V-Strom 800DE. Kawasaki Z900 Price starts at Rs.9.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Suzuki V-Strom 800DE Price starts at Rs.11.01 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Z900 is 4 cylinder, 948 cc Engine can generate 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm power whereas Suzuki V-Strom 800DE is a 2 cylinder, 776 cc Engine can generate 83 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Z900 provides a mileage of 15.26 kmpl (base model), and V-Strom 800DE has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Kawasaki Z900 is available in 2 colours & 3 variants whereas Suzuki V-Strom 800DE is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.
Z900 vs V-Strom 800DE
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Z900 | Suzuki V-Strom 800DE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.9.99 Lakh | Rs.11.01 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 776 cc |
| Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 83 bhp @ 8500 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 15.26 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| Z900 specifications | V-Strom 800DE specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 11.27 Lakh Price Breakup | 12.53 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 20 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 948 cc | 776 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Z900 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | V-Strom 800DE Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Fixed | Fixed |
Front Disc Size | 300 | 310 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 120/70 ZR17 | R21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 180/55 ZR17 | R17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | Inverted fork with rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/140 mm | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) | 90/90 21M/C 54H |
Instrumentation
| Z900 Instrumentation | V-Strom 800DE Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| Z900 Exterior | V-Strom 800DE Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Z900 Warranty | V-Strom 800DE Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years/30000 kms | 2 Years /30000 kms |
Body & Suspension
| Z900 Body & Suspension | V-Strom 800DE Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
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Images | ||
Frame Type | Trellis& high tensile steel | Robust Steel |
Engine & Transmission
| Z900 Engine & Transmission | V-Strom 800DE Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | EFI |
Spark Plugs | Yes | Yes |
Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 776 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four | 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC |
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 | 84 mm x 70 mm |
Configuration | Four Cylinder | DOHC |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 83 bhp @ 8500 rpm |
Max Torque | 97.4 Nm @ 7700 rpm | 78 Nm @ 6800 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Z900 Comfort & Convenience | V-Strom 800DE Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | - | No |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 4 | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Instrument Console | Digital | Digital |
Safety
| Z900 Safety | V-Strom 800DE 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 | No |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | Yes | Yes |
Slipper Clutch | Yes | Yes |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Z900 Dimensions & Capacity | V-Strom 800DE Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2070 mm | 2345 mm |
Width | 825 mm | 975 mm |
Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase | 1455 mm | 1570 mm |
Ground Clearance | 145 mm | 220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 20 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 Litres | - |
Body Type | Sports | Adventure |
Seat Height | 820 mm | 855 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 212 kg | 232 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
| Z900 Entertainment & Communication | V-Strom 800DE Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
MID (Multi Info Display) | - | Yes |
Pros & Cons
| Z900 Pros & Cons | V-Strom 800DE Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Z900 and Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
Safety
Z900 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Power Modes, Slipper Clutch, Traction Control System. V-Strom 800DE has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Power Modes, Slipper Clutch, Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki Z900 has features like Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Suzuki V-Strom 800DE, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Z900 has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1080 mm seat height. Suzuki V-Strom 800DE has 1310 mm seat height and 20 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Kawasaki Z900 and Suzuki V-Strom 800DE FAQs
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Z900?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Z900 is Rs. 11.27 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Suzuki V-Strom 800DE?
The on-road price of Suzuki V-Strom 800DE is Rs. 12.53 Lakh in New Delhi.