Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 450 SX-F

Last Updated: September 4, 2026

Kawasaki Z900 price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 26,100 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 450 SX-F, priced at Rs. 10.25 Lakh. On the performance front, the Z900 uses a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm and the 450 SX-F a 449.9cc engine producing 62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Z900 and 450 SX-F, the Z900 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the 450 SX-F stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Z900 vs 450 SX-F Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Z900KTM 450 SX-F
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.99 LakhRs. 10.25 Lakh
Mileage 20.83 kmplNot Available
Engine 948 cc449.9 cc
Max power 125 PS @ 9500 rpm62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 212 Kg107 Kg

Z900 vs 450 SX-F Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z900 BaseKTM 450 SX-F STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.25 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke
Max Power 125 PS @ 9500 rpm 62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z900 Colors
KTM 450 SX-F Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Not Available
EMI
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 28,067 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,516 Z900 Insurance Rs. 32,776 450 SX-F Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
195 kmph
197 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
948 cc
449.9 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
74 Nm @ 9500 rpm
Bore
73.4 mm
95 mm
Stroke
56 mm
63.4 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Carburetor
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Keihin EMS
Compression Ratio
11.8:1
13.1:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
20.83 kmpl
Not Available
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Ø 41 mm Inverted Fork With Rebound Damping And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Wp Xact Usd, Ø 48 mm, Travel - 310 mm
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back Link, Gas Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 140 mm
Wp Xact Monoshock With Linkage, Travel - 300 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
15 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
15 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
15 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
15 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-80/100-21, Rear :-110/90-19
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
192 kg
102.6 Kg
Seat height
830 mm
958 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
1.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2065*830*1075 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1493 mm
Length
2065 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
145 mm
343 mm
Height
1075 mm
Not Available
Width
830 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
7.2 L
Kerb Weight
212 Kg
107 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
300 mm
260 mm
Rear Brake Size
250 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Li-ion
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12.8V / 2AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Central Double Cradle Type 25CrMo4 (Subframe - Aluminium reinforced Polyamide)
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Neken, Aluminum
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Not Available
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes

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

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
50000

Pros and Cons

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Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 450 SX-F?
The Kawasaki Z900 is cheaper than KTM 450 SX-F by ₹26,100.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 450 SX-F?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 449.9 cc Petrol engine of 450 SX-F produces 62.96 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 74 Nm @ 9500 rpm of torque

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