Kawasaki Z900 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900

Last Updated: September 13, 2026

Triumph Speed Twin 900 price starts at Rs. 9.71 Lakh, which is Rs. 27,700 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Z900, priced at Rs. 9.99 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Z900 offers a claimed 20.83 kmpl, while the Speed Twin 900 delivers 25 kmpl. On the performance front, the Z900 uses a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Speed Twin 900 a 900cc engine producing 65 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Z900 and Speed Twin 900, the Z900 is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the Speed Twin 900 stands out for affordability and mileage.

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Z900 vs Speed Twin 900 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Z900Triumph Speed Twin 900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.99 LakhRs. 9.71 Lakh
Mileage 20.83 kmpl25 kmpl
Engine 948 cc900 cc
Max power 125 PS @ 9500 rpm65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 212 Kg216 Kg

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Basic Info Kawasaki Z900 BaseTriumph Speed Twin 900 Phantom Black Aurum Gold
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Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.71 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
Max Power 125 PS @ 9500 rpm 65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z900 Colors
Triumph Speed Twin 900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Not Available
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 26,594 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 32,396 Z900 Insurance Rs. 31,992 Speed Twin 900 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
195 kmph
180 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
Engine Displacement
948 cc
900 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
80 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Bore
73.4 mm
84.6 mm
Stroke
56 mm
80 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
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
11:1

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
25 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
Ø 43mm upside-down Marzocchi forks, 120 mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back Link, Gas Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 140 mm
Twin Marzocchi RSUs with external reservoirs and adjustable preload, 116 mm wheel travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-100/90-18,Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Not Available

Dry Weight
192 kg
Not Available
Seat height
830 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2065*830*1075 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1435 mm
Length
2065 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
145 mm
Not Available
Height
1075 mm
1115 mm
Width
830 mm
777 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
212 Kg
216 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
250 mm
255 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
Yes
Frame Type
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Tubular steel, with steel cradles
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
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
Rain,Road
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
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
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Scrambler 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
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available

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
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Timeless design; Punchy, torquey motor; Packs decent hardware and electronics for the price
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Lacks a sixth gear; Limited dealership network; Spares and service costs are on the higher side
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Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z900 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
The Triumph Speed Twin 900 is cheaper than Kawasaki Z900 by ₹27,700.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z900 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
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 Phantom Black Aurum Gold version, 900 cc Petrol engine of Speed Twin 900 produces 65 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 80 Nm @ 3800 rpm of torque

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