Kawasaki Z900 vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 8, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.33 Lakh, which is Rs. 7.66 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Z900, priced at Rs. 9.99 Lakh. On the performance front, the Z900 uses a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Z900 and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Z900 stands out for performance.

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Z900 vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Z900Yamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.99 LakhRs. 2.33 Lakh
Mileage 20.83 kmplNot Available
Engine 948 cc204 cc
Max power 125 PS @ 9500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 212 Kg149 Kg

Z900 vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z900 BaseYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
30 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.33 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 125 PS @ 9500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z900 Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,374 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 32,396 Z900 Insurance Rs. 12,605 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
195 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
948 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
73.4 mm
66 mm
Stroke
56 mm
59.6 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
Not Available

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
20.83 kmpl
Not Available
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
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back Link, Gas Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 140 mm
Linked-Type Monocross

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 :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
192 kg
Not Available
Seat height
830 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2065*830*1075 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1340 mm
Length
2065 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
170 mm
Height
1075 mm
1140 mm
Width
830 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
212 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
250 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Track,Street,Rain
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
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
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
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available
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Which bike is best between Kawasaki Z900 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Z900 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z900 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Kawasaki Z900 by ₹7.66 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z900 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
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, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Z900 has better performance.

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