Kawasaki Z1100 vs Yamaha FZ-RAVE

Last Updated: August 29, 2026

Yamaha FZ-RAVE price starts at Rs. 1.25 Lakh, which is Rs. 11.54 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Z1100, priced at Rs. 12.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Z1100 offers a claimed 17.85 kmpl, while the FZ-RAVE delivers 56 kmpl. On the performance front, the Z1100 uses a 1099cc engine producing 136 PS @ 9000 rpm and the FZ-RAVE a 149cc engine producing 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Z1100 and FZ-RAVE, the FZ-RAVE is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Z1100 stands out for performance.

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Z1100 vs FZ-RAVE Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Z1100Yamaha FZ-RAVE
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.79 LakhRs. 1.25 Lakh
Mileage 17.85 kmpl56 kmpl
Engine 1099 cc149 cc
Max power 136 PS @ 9000 rpm12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg136 Kg

Z1100 vs FZ-RAVE Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z1100 STDYamaha FZ-RAVE STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.25 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Max Power 136 PS @ 9000 rpm 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z1100 Colors
Yamaha FZ-RAVE 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 Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 35,019 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,613 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 36,476 Z1100 Insurance Rs. 6,934 FZ-RAVE Insurance
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Engine Displacement
1099 cc
149 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
136 PS @ 9000 rpm
12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
113 Nm @ 7600 rpm
13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
77 mm
57.3 mm
Stroke
59 mm
57.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
1
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
9.6:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
17.85 kmpl
56 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Inverted fork with compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 136 mm
Swingarm

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/50-17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
200 kg
Not Available
Seat height
815 mm
790 mm
Length*Width*Height
2055*825*1085 mm3
1990*780*1080 mm3
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1330 mm
Length
2055 mm
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
125 mm
165 mm
Height
1085 mm
1080 mm
Width
825 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
136 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 3AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Twin-tube aluminium
Diamond
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
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
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Digital
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available

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
Yamaha FZ-RAVE
  • Decently-powerful 150cc motor
  • Looks quite sporty for a commuter bike
  • Gets single channel ABS
Yamaha FZ-RAVE
  • Misses out on smartphone connectivity
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Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z1100 vs Yamaha FZ-RAVE?
The Yamaha FZ-RAVE is cheaper than Kawasaki Z1100 by ₹11.54 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z1100 vs Yamaha FZ-RAVE?
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 STD version, 149 cc Petrol engine of FZ-RAVE produces 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque

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