Kawasaki Z900 vs Ducati Monster
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Z900 or Ducati Monster? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Z900 and Monster. Kawasaki Z900 Price starts at Rs.9.38 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Euro5 and Ducati Monster Price starts at Rs.12.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Z900 is 4 cylinder, 948 cc Engine can generate 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm power whereas Ducati Monster is a 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Z900 provides a mileage of 15.26 kmpl (base model), and Monster has a mileage of 19 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Z900 is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Ducati Monster is available in 3 colours & 3 variants.
Z900 vs Monster
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Z900 | Ducati Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.9.38 Lakh | Rs.12.95 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 937 cc |
| Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 15.26 kmpl | 19 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Z900 specifications | Monster specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 10.58 Lakh Price Breakup | 14.74 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.3 | 3.8 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 14 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 948 cc | 937 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Z900 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Monster Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Fixed | Fixed |
Front Disc Size | 300 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | 36.26 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | 33.35 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 40.06 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 36.26 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Inverted fork with rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability | Ø 43 mm usd fork |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/140 mm | Progressive linkage preload adjustable monoshock aluminum double-sided swingarm |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Instrumentation
| Z900 Instrumentation | Monster 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 | Monster Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Z900 Warranty | Monster Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| Z900 Body & Suspension | Monster Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
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Images | ||
Frame Type | Trellis& high tensile steel | Aluminum alloy Front Frame |
Engine & Transmission
| Z900 Engine & Transmission | Monster Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four | Testatretta 11 V2 - 90 4 valves per cylinder desmodromic valvetrain liquid cooled |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.12 kwh | 0.078 kwh |
Top Speed | 195 kmph | 200 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 73.4 mm x 56 mm | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Configuration | 11.8:1 | 13.3:1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Z900 Comfort & Convenience | Monster Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | 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 | 4 | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Z900 Safety | Monster 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 | - |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | 4 | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Z900 Dimensions & Capacity | Monster Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2070 mm | 2083 mm |
Width | 825 mm | 868 mm |
Height | 1080 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase | 1455 mm | 1474 mm |
Ground Clearance | 145 mm | 202 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 Litres | 3.11 Litres |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Sports |
Seat Height | 820 mm | 820 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 212 kg | 188 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Z900 and Ducati Monster
Safety
Z900 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System. Monster has Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, 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 Ducati Monster, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.
Transmission
Kawasaki Z900 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Monster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Z900 has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1080 mm seat height. Ducati Monster has 1236 mm seat height and 14 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 Ducati Monster?
The on-road price of Ducati Monster is Rs. 14.74 Lakh in New Delhi.