Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs Kawasaki Z900

Last Updated: August 26, 2026

Kawasaki Z900 price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.30 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Honda CB1000 Hornet SP, priced at Rs. 13.29 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB1000 Hornet SP offers a claimed 17 kmpl, while the Z900 delivers 20.83 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB1000 Hornet SP uses a 1000cc engine producing 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm and the Z900 a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB1000 Hornet SP and Z900, the Z900 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the CB1000 Hornet SP stands out for performance.

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CB1000 Hornet SP vs Z900 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB1000 Hornet SPKawasaki Z900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.29 LakhRs. 9.99 Lakh
Mileage 17 kmpl20.83 kmpl
Engine 1000 cc948 cc
Max power 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 212 Kg212 Kg

CB1000 Hornet SP vs Z900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB1000 Hornet SP STDKawasaki Z900 Base
Rating
1 review
30 reviews
Brand Name Honda Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.29 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Max Power 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm 125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Colors
Kawasaki Z900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 36,398 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,701 CB1000 Hornet SP Insurance Rs. 33,516 Z900 Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
195 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
1000 cc
948 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
107 Nm @ 9000 rpm
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
Bore
76 mm
73.4 mm
Stroke
55.1 mm
56 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.7:0.2
11.8:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
17 Kmpl
20.83 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
SHOWA SFF-BP™ Forks
Ø 41 mm Inverted Fork With Rebound Damping And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Öhlins™ TTX Monoshock
Horizontal Back Link, Gas Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
192 kg
Seat height
809 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.7 L
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
2140*790*1085 mm3
2065*830*1075 mm3
Wheelbase
1455 mm
1450 mm
Length
2140 mm
2065 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
145 mm
Height
1085 mm
1075 mm
Width
790 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
212 Kg
212 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
250 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6.3AH
Not Available
Projector head light
LED Projector
Yes
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Double Beam
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Contral (HSTC)
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms
2nd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms
3rd Service
Not Available
24000 Kms
4th Service
Not Available
36000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • The aggressive styling makes it look like a proper big bike
  • The inline-four engine is very refined, with very few vibrations
  • The traction control system adds a layer of safety for newer riders
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • Currently the bike’s availability is quite limited
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Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Vs Kawasaki Z900 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs Kawasaki Z900?
The Kawasaki Z900 is cheaper than Honda CB1000 Hornet SP by ₹3.30 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs Kawasaki Z900?
For the STD version, 1000 cc Petrol engine of CB1000 Hornet SP produces 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Base version, 948 cc Petrol engine of Z900 produces 125 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm of torque

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