Motorcycle specifications Kawasaki Z 900 Performance 2020 Leaving the wind behind
presentation of the Z 900 Performance 2020
The Kawasaki Z 900 is a safe bet in its segment. Powerful, playful, easy to handle and a little wild when you get on it, it's a pleasure to ride in many situations.
It could do with a little more, and for that, there's the Performance version, which is almost an institution in the Kawa catalog. For this Z family, this bonus pack has been present since the Z 800 in 2013. The recipe continues, virtually unchanged.
The Akrapovic Slip-on Line S-K9SO6 muffler is more elegant and more vocal than the original muffler, offering a slight gain in power and torque. We'll flatter it for its singing voice, but we'll also appreciate its weight saving of around 2 kilos.
This Z 900 II comes with a surprise: the pot is available in two finishes, titanium or carbon.
The kit is also a matter of style. It includes a seat backrest and a small smoked windscreen. We're thinking of lining the tank with an adhesive gel protector. Then, start the engine, let the 4-cylinder express itself, choose one of the 4 driving modes and enjoy its 125 hp (a little more with the Akra).
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Key facts Kawasaki Z 900 Performance (2020) : What you need to know before you buy
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Specifications Kawasaki Z 900 Performance 2020
- Chassis
- Frame : Tubular steel frame
- Fuel capacity : 17 liters (4.49 US gallons)
- Seat height : 820 mm (32.28 in)
- Length : 2,070 mm (81.50 in)
- Width : 825 mm (32.48 in)
- Min height : 1,080 mm (42.52 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,455 mm (57.28 in)
- Weight when fully loaded : 210 kg (463 lb)
- Front axle
- Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 41 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.5 bar
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 140 mm (5.51 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 250 mm (9.84 in), single-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.9 bar
- Motor
- 4 cylinders online , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 36 mm
- Cooling system : liquid
- 2 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 948 cc
- 126 ch (124.30 hp) to 9,500 rpm
- 10.20 mkg to 7,700 rpm
- Power-to-Weight Ratio : approx. 1.57 kg/ch
- Torque-to-Weight Ratio : approx. 19.13 kg/mkg
- Compression : 11.8 : 1
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS
- Practical information
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Compare the Z 900 Performance to its competitors
Compared to its 9 direct competitors, this Z 900 Performance holds a particularly dominant position, establishing itself as the benchmark across several key criteria. It outperforms the segment by combining power output of 126 ch, torque of 10.2 Nm, and torque-to-weight ratio of 19.13 kg/Nm. Its overall spec sheet reveals no noticeable weak points in this segment.
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the Z 900 Performance 2020
- What is the power of the Z 900 Performance?
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The Z 900 Performance 2020 develops a power of 126 ch (124.30 hp)
- What is the torque of the Z 900 Performance?
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The maximum torque of the Z 900 Performance 2020 is 10.20 mkg to 7,700 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the Z 900 Performance?
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The Z 900 Performance 2020 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the Z 900 Performance?
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The Z 900 Performance 2020 has a a weight when fully loaded of 210 kg (463 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the Z 900 Performance?
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To ensure good accessibility, the Z 900 Performance 2020 offers a minimum seat height of 820 mm (32.28 in).
- What is the price of the Z 900 Performance?
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The price of the Z 900 Performance 2020 is 10,749€ in France
- What size tires should I put on my Z 900 Performance?
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The standard size for a Z 900 Performance 2020 is 120 / 70 - 17 for the front, and 180 / 55 - 17 for the rear.
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