Kawasaki Z900RS vs BMW R 12 Nine T
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Overview
| Specs Score | 70 / 100 | 76 / 100 Better Specs |
General
| Model | Z900RS | R 12 Nine T |
| Type | Cafe Racer | Cafe Racer |
| Colors | Metallic Diablo Black | Black Storm Metallic, San Remo Green Metallic |
| Automotive Battery Details | 12 V / 10 Ah, Maintenance-Free | |
| Warranty Details | 3 years, Upto 36000 Kms | 3 years |
Engine and Transmission Details
| Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four | 2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine |
| Engine Displacement | 948 cc | 1170 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Valves/Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | DOHC | DOHC |
| Maximum Power | 109.96 bhp @ 8200rpm | 107.51 bhp @ 7000rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 98.5 Nm @ 6500rpm | 115 Nm @ 65000rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Supply System | Fuel Injection | |
| Start Type | Self | Self |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Air Cooled, Oil Cooled |
| Bore | 73.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Stroke | 56 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Gear Box | 6 Speed Manual Gear Box | 6 Speed Manual Gear Box |
| Drive Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive |
| Clutch Type | Single-disc Dry Clutch, Hydraulically Operated | |
| Alternator | Permanent Magnet Alternator with 660 W (Nominal Power) |
Performance Details
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 L | 16 L |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 3.5 L | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| ARAI Certified Mileage | 19.6 km/L | |
| Emission Norm Compliance | Bharat Stage VI Phase 2 (BS VI 2.0) | Bharat Stage VI Phase 2 (BS VI 2.0) |
Suspension and Braking Details
| Front Suspension | 41mm Inverted Front Forks | Upside-down Fork, Diameter 45mm, Spring Pre-load Adjustable, Rebound and Compression Adjustable |
| Rear Suspension | Mono-shock | Cast Aluminium Single-sided Swing Arm with Paralever Brace, Central Progressive Spring Strut, Spring Pre-load Adjustable, Rebound Damping Adjustable |
| Brake Type | Double Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) | Double Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) |
| Brake Size | 300 mm (Front), 250 mm (Rear) | 310 mm (Front), 265 mm (Rear) |
| Trail | 98 mm | |
| Caliper Front | Dual Radial-mount, Monobloc, Opposed 4-piston | 4-piston Monobloc Radial Brake Caliper |
| Caliper Rear | Single-piston | 2-piston Floating Caliper |
| Frame Details | Trellis, High-tensile Steel | Tubular Space Frame |
| Suspension And Braking Features | Castor- 110.7mm |
Body Design Details
| Kerb Weight | 215 kg | 220 kg |
| Length | 2100 mm | 2130 mm |
| Width | 865 mm | 870 mm |
| Height | 1150 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheel Base | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 Seater | 2 Seater |
| Seat Height | 835 mm | 795 mm |
| Seat Details | Single Seat | |
| Wheel Design | Spoke Wheel | Alloy Wheel |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Tyre Size Front | 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Tyre Size Rear | 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) | 180/55 ZR17 |
| Wheel Size Front | 3.50 x 17" | |
| Wheel Size Rear | 5.50 x 17'' | |
| Wheel Travel | 120 mm (Front), 140 mm (Rear) |
Comfort and Convenience Details
| Keyless Start | Yes | |
| Ride Modes | Rain, Road, Dynamic | |
| Power Outlet 12V | Yes | |
| USB Charging Port | Yes | |
| Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Side Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Footrest | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Chrome-Plated Header, On-Board Computer, Clutch Lever Adjustable, Handbrake Lever Adjustable, Keyless Ride |
Safety Features
| Anti Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes, Dual Channel | Yes, BMW Motorrad Integral ABS |
| Braking System | Partial Integral Brake System | |
| Traction Control | Yes, KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control System) | Yes, BMW Motorrad DTC |
| Side Stand Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Side Stand Cut Off Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Brake Control | Yes, Dynamic Engine Brake Control | |
| Extra Features | Electronic Immobilizer |
Lights and Indicators
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) | Yes, LED DRLs | |
| Tail Lights | LED | LED |
| Brake Lights | LED | LED |
| Gear Position Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Tachometer | Analog | Analog |
| Speedometer | Analog | Analog |
| Fuel Meter | Digital | |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital |
| Tripmeter | Yes | Yes |
| Turn Indicator Type | LED | LED |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
| Clock | Yes | Yes |
Instrument Cluster Details
| Instrument Cluster | Semi Digital | Semi Digital |
Connected Technology
| Connected Tech | No | No |
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