Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE

Last Updated: October 13, 2026

Kawasaki Z900 price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.02 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE, priced at Rs. 11.01 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Z900 offers a claimed 20.83 kmpl, while the V-Strom 800 DE delivers 22.7 kmpl. On the performance front, the Z900 uses a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm and the V-Strom 800 DE a 776cc engine producing 84.3 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Z900 and V-Strom 800 DE, the Z900 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the V-Strom 800 DE stands out for mileage.

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Z900 vs V-Strom 800 DE Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Z900Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.99 LakhRs. 11.01 Lakh
Mileage 20.83 kmpl22.7 kmpl
Engine 948 cc776 cc
Max power 125 PS @ 9500 rpm84.3 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 212 Kg232 Kg

Z900 vs V-Strom 800 DE Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z900 BaseSuzuki V-Strom 800 DE Standard
Rating
31 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Kawasaki Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 11.01 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 125 PS @ 9500 rpm 84.3 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z900 Colors
Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 30,139 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 32,396 Z900 Insurance Rs. 33,879 V-Strom 800 DE 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
205 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
948 cc
776 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
84.3 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
78 Nm @ 6800 rpm
Bore
73.4 mm
84 mm
Stroke
56 mm
70 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Electronic Ignition (Transistorized)
Compression Ratio
11.8:1
12.8 : 1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Ø 41 mm Inverted Fork With Rebound Damping And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back Link, Gas Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 140 mm
Link type, coil spring, oil damped

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
33 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
41 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-90/90-21 Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
192 kg
Not Available
Seat height
830 mm
855 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
3 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
3.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2065*830*1075 mm3
2345*975*1310 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1570 mm
Length
2065 mm
2345 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
220 mm
Height
1075 mm
1310 mm
Width
830 mm
975 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
212 Kg
232 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
250 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Steel Frame with Detachable Rear Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
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
Rain,Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Gravel Mode
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
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
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
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 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Is Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE Better Than Kawasaki Z900?

100% users have chosen Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE over Kawasaki Z900 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 45 users have also rated Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE and Kawasaki Z900 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE has out rated Kawasaki Z900 on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Z900 V-Strom 800 DE
Mileage 5.0 3.5
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 5.0 4.5
Maintenance 5.0 3.3
Features 5.0 4.3
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Kawasaki Z900 Vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE?
Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE has out rated Kawasaki Z900 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE?
The Kawasaki Z900 is cheaper than Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE by ₹1.02 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE?
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 Standard version, 776 cc Petrol engine of V-Strom 800 DE produces 84.3 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 78 Nm @ 6800 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Z900 has better performance.

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