Kawasaki Z1100 vs Triumph Tiger 900

Last Updated: August 13, 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 price starts at Rs. 12.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.61 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Tiger 900, priced at Rs. 14.40 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Z1100 offers a claimed 17.85 kmpl, while the Tiger 900 delivers 21.27 kmpl. On the performance front, the Z1100 uses a 1099cc engine producing 136 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Tiger 900 a 888cc engine producing 108 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Z1100 and Tiger 900, the Z1100 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Tiger 900 stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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Z1100 vs Tiger 900 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Z1100Triumph Tiger 900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.79 LakhRs. 14.40 Lakh
Mileage 17.85 kmpl21.27 kmpl
Engine 1099 cc888 cc
Max power 136 PS @ 9000 rpm108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg219 Kg

Z1100 vs Tiger 900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z1100 STDTriumph Tiger 900 GT
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Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.40 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 136 PS @ 9000 rpm 108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z1100 Colors
Triumph Tiger 900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 35,019 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,427 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 36,476 Z1100 Insurance Rs. 38,823 Tiger 900 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
202 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
1099 cc
888 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
136 PS @ 9000 rpm
108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
113 Nm @ 7600 rpm
90 Nm @ 6850 rpm
Bore
77 mm
78 mm
Stroke
59 mm
61.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
11.8:1
13.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
17.85 kmpl
21.27 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
4.77s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
15.90m
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
27.81m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
44.17m
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
2.40s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
2.79s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Inverted fork with compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, manual rebound and compression damping adjustment, 180mm travel
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 136 mm
Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 170mm wheel travel

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/50-17
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
200 kg
Not Available
Seat height
815 mm
820 mm
Length*Width*Height
2055*825*1085 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1556 mm
Length
2055 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
125 mm
Not Available
Height
1085 mm
1410 mm
Width
825 mm
930 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
219 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
255 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Twin-tube aluminium
Tubular steel trellis main frame. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
KCMF ( Kawasaki Cornering Management Function ), K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology), KIBS (including pitching control)
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Tiger 900
  • New motor has better low- and mid-range response, All variants get top-spec adjustable suspension and Brembo Stylema calipers, Tubeless spoke rims come as standard on Rally trims
Triumph Tiger 900
  • No electronic suspension version for India
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Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z1100 vs Triumph Tiger 900?
The Kawasaki Z1100 is cheaper than Triumph Tiger 900 by ₹1.61 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z1100 vs Triumph Tiger 900?
For the STD version, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Z1100 produces 136 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 7600 rpm of torque. Whereas for the GT version, 888 cc Petrol engine of Tiger 900 produces 108 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 90 Nm @ 6850 rpm of torque

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