KAWASAKI Z900 vs DUCATI Multistrada V2 S
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- KAWASAKI Z900 82 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V2 S 83 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 113 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S) up to 125 hp (KAWASAKI Z900).
- Torque spans 96 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S) up to 98.6 Nm (KAWASAKI Z900).
- Weight spans 212 kg (KAWASAKI Z900) to 225 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (KAWASAKI Z900) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V2 S).
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Z900 | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | DUCATI |
| Model | KAWASAKI Z900 | DUCATI Multistrada V2 S |
| Engine size | 900cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 125hp | 113hp |
| Torque | 98.6nm. | 96nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 212kg | 225kg |
| Front brake | 300 mm dual disc, 4-piston caliper | 2 x Ø 320 mm aluminum flange semi-floating discs, Radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, Radial Master Cylinder, Cornering ABS |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc, single-piston caliper | Ø 265 mm disc, 2-piston Brembo floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted fork, continuously adjustable compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable | Ø 48 mm fully adjustable usd fork, Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal back-link, continuously adjustable rebound damping, spring preload, and preload adjustability | Fully adjustable monoshock, Electronic compression, rebound damping and spring pre-load adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo, Aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 6 L/100km | 20 L – 5.9 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9899 | $19295 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Assist Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Cornering Lights, Ducati Brake Light, Vehicle Hold Control. -Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo, Ducati Quick Shift up/down, Cruise Control, Hands-Free, Backlit handlebar switches, 5" TFT color display, Full LED headlight, Self-canceling turn signals. |
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2023 KAWASAKI Z900 vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Z900 and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V2 S are closely matched in torque, while the Z900 has more peak power, and a lower listed weight, and the Multistrada V2 S has more displacement.
Engine displacement
Multistrada V2 S has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
Z900 has a modest listed power advantage (125 hp vs 113 hp).
Torque
Z900 and Multistrada V2 S have very similar listed torque (98.6 Nm vs 96 Nm).
Listed top speed
Z900 and Multistrada V2 S have very similar listed top speeds (240 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Z900 has a modest listed weight advantage (212 kg vs 225 kg). Z900 and Multistrada V2 S have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power and weight, while torque, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Z900 vs DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
Both are listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Z900 or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
KAWASAKI Z900 has 125 hp compared with 113 hp on the DUCATI Multistrada V2 S.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Z900 or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
KAWASAKI Z900 is lighter at 212 kg vs 225 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V2 S.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Z900 or DUCATI Multistrada V2 S?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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