Really appreciate the effort adding in that chart. Super helpful!

I own this exact same model color and all! And I agree 100% with the critiques on this bike. Shaving another 15-20lbs off this bike and smoothing out the throttle feel could go a long way on this bike. But for the price this bike is one hell of a bargain. Really good linear torque and horsepower. The weight never really felt bad to me and I carries it well, and the suspension was nice and plush in town and holds well in a corner. All and all one my favorite bikes I’ve owned

@stevestacey5272

Жыл бұрын

Yeah bro ,lose 10 kg ,remap fuelling to gain 10 hp ,a new seat not of granite ,it would be great! Looks good too. I think the headlights shape has an effect on motorists. I come up behind them, they just move out of the way, happy biker! Cheers

Very nice review, I loved the way you went over the small little things that actually contribute a allot more to the experience rather than the specs. Also, just loved the slow but progressive manner of your presentation, it's like calm music.. soothing even... you earned my sub.. permanently.

Thank you so much. I really enjoy your reviews. They are very informative.

Excellent tutorial. Thanks for this. I'm kicking the notion around if a z900rs, but am doing as much research as possible to find things I might not like about it first. Your facts and findings were very helpful.

Really interesting and love the charts to compare.

Beautiful presentation, kudos ! And thanks for the detailed review. Much love from Pune, India.

Yaaay! Been waiting on this one!

Hi Scott, I always enjoy your videos immensely and the recent technical comparisons are particularly good. The latest emissions regs are completing ruining all bikes but it's pretty simple to rectify the bike if you intend to use it a lot. Decat and remap a bike and the riding is improved incredibly, particularly the low end torque and rideability. Perhaps you should try it on your BMW and compare the difference. Believe me, it's tremendous.

@zjaeger1800

Жыл бұрын

decatting isnt legal tho. In Germany we would pay a high penalty for that

I'm new to the channel and really appreciating your reviews and especially the comparison chart that you provide! I'd love to see some end of year reviews/comparisons with your comments (i.e best sport naked bike of the year, best value naked bike, etc). I think you'd do a great job of that, Scott! Thanks!

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Hmm...interesting idea. I'll have to give it some thought. Thank you for the suggestion! take care, Scott

loving your voice overs during the ride scenes.

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you but that was not by choice, the audio for some unknown reason didn't record while I was on the bike, so I had to do the voice over after I got home. Thanks for noticing cause that was the first time I've done a voice over for "on the bike" portion of the video. ride safe, Scott

Thanks for another one. Always good to hear from you and your reviews. Do you have (or will have) review on 900RS, and how better or worse it is?

NTP, Good detailed video as always. Any chance the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 sx sport tour bike is on your future review list?

I really enjoyed the review as I always do watching your reviews. Can you provide a link in your videos to your charts /spreadsheets ? Thank you

Fueling, especially in congested city conditions, is crucial in my buying decision. I’m very happy you report throttle response in your reviews…and I’m surprised a multi cylinder engine with the extra firing impulses isn’t more smooth.

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, there was no (real) problem with the fueling with the previous year, so there is no excuse for this imho. ride safe, Scott

If I was looking for a 900 Kawasaki think I'd take the RS retro version.

@aeror115

2 жыл бұрын

The z900rs is a beautiful machine! Enjoy the bike life

@Rolilasx

2 жыл бұрын

the rs is lovely, but also quite a bit more expensive

am i the only one that says Scott's beginning and end phrases along with him? :D

@Thorsten_Kueppers

2 жыл бұрын

No, me too 🤣🤣

@larryvanputten4048

2 жыл бұрын

I can dream them :-)

I currently ride a big 1900cc Yamaha Raider. Absolutely LOVE my big monster. But I have been wanting something sportier to park next to my Raider so I have something more nimble in the mid range naked class to ride on occasion. The Z900 and GSX-s750 have held my attention for performance to price value and them being the heaviest in the mid-range doesn't bother me since my bike is 750lbs wet hahaha. I also like that the power comes on later in the rev range of those two bikes. It would give me a bit of diversity in my rides. Since my Raider has close to 120lbft of torque as soon as I twist the throttle. My biggest concern is how tall the seats are since I only have a 28 inch inseam. Anyway... LOVE your content. Very informative and I look forward to each one. Ride safe. 😊

Very timely review for me. I have been looking at naked sport bikes and have settled on a first or third gen z1000, or possibly a Z900. Bang for the buck the Z900 is the top bike in the middle weight class IMO. I also guarantee you that it has the most solid reliable powerplant given the history of that motor. I'm not shy about a clunky shifting bike around town. The first think I would do is check the chain tension, it could be as simple as that. Most bikes I own are clunky shifters around town :)

@GuthixCss

2 жыл бұрын

I´m sure the Z900 is a nice bike but for me the MT-09 is the clear winner for this category. It has way more electronical features, almost fully adjustable suspension and it´s actually slightly cheaper.

@toofastnobrakes

2 жыл бұрын

@@GuthixCss depends on where you live. For me the z900 was $500 cheaper brand new

@578_

2 жыл бұрын

@@GuthixCss I paid 10k out the door tax and title for a 22’ z900. Although it doesn’t have qs I’m not to worried bc I probably won’t be racing it, just cruising around town

Good review " roads look amazing , I own a 2020 Z900 in black Done 2,000 miles on it from new never had a problem with the fuelling on of snatch , i think every bike is different , as for poor fuel consumption 🤔 i get around mid late 40 s mpg and have seen 50 + if you stick to the speed limits 🤣 Great bike all round 👍 Love it !!!

very good video

Looks great; would love this in White with the Red Frame

Best review. Does anyone know if the clunky shifting in low gears is fixed in the new 2022 model year?

Just found you channel about a month ago. You have a very unique presentation in your videos, very soothing voice and relaxed talking, it really looks like there's no transcript or anything, just on top of your head. However, I can't seem to figure out where are you from? You live in Germany, if I understood correctly, but you have a perfect American accent and you really look like you have some native American decent, the way you talk etc. (hopefully that doesn't sound offensive in any way) 🙂 Cheers

Interesting review.

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Nice name, Zedi. :)

What camera and mount do you use on the back of the bike? thanks.

That's why i love your reviews !! Coz when it comes to give'm shit you give' her and That"s it 🤣

Nice job

@NothingToProve

5 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Man you're so cool I wish you were my uncle!

Cool. Thanks Scott. Always enjoy your reviews. Was the village riding in sports or street mode? I could se sport mode on the clock when you stopped.

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

I was trying them all, kept switching around but yea, in town, street was a little better :)

Heyy, the throttle problem I supose it's because of the akrapovic hexuast, with the oem my bike and a lot of reviews has been always super smooth. Once you put a slip-on or change all the line it's needs a tune. And with the breaks... new breaks feel very very good... but once you put some km on them they rlly start to lose a lot.

Hey mate, which of these specifications determine the bike speed?

Most powerful and heaviest of its class but not the best weird I find where as you get the fun factor out of the MT09 and the Duke

I test rode the 2018 model and had no such issues with the throttle mapping. This can only be down to euro 5 on the newer model here [once again it rears it's ulgy head]. An ecu remap would sought it. Otherwise a great bike for the money and a favourite with many testers and vloggers. Nice review as usual Scott.

@SpringfieldFatts

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I've never had a low rpm or shifting issue with mine either. My biggest complaint would be the buzzing from the tank / midframe at mid rpms.

Hi friend, hope all is well. Took you long enough for this review 😂 been holding my breath. Anyhow great review, question. This Z900, or belt out the extra cash for the 21 MT 09?

@toofastnobrakes

2 жыл бұрын

I chose the z900. No regrets

@SpringfieldFatts

2 жыл бұрын

I was in the same place, went with a Z900 as it was a better all-rounder. Not as raucous, but more refined and I can actually stand to look at the Kawasaki.

@DJSixty

2 жыл бұрын

MT09, see his video!

@MachoMadness69420

2 жыл бұрын

I tried both the Z900 and a MT 09 SP last year. Prefered the handling characteristics of the Kawasaki to be honest, so that is what I went with. Not too fused about the lack of a quickshifter or IMU. Clutchless shifts are dead easy on the Z and the TCS does a good job of keeping the front wheel on the ground in Road mode.

When is the next gen restyling for this bike coming out ? I heard kawi do it every 3 years so I guess 2022 2023?

@lovelessissimo

2 жыл бұрын

2022 is already out. Just BNG.

Thanks.

3:46 what do you mean by jerky? Like it is not precise and finely dosable?

@NothingToProve

Жыл бұрын

Yep.

Great review, best wishes from pakistan

Good review man totally agree with your opinion, especially the low speed snatchiness, annoying! So too low speed cornering eg roundabouts. I improved this by sliding fork legs down by 5mm. My butt disagrees with your seat analysis, I'd prefer mine in granite,then it would be available in many colours.

Review the new 2023 SE 😀

Thanks again Scott. The global logistics and dealer gods finally lined up down under and I got to ride a 2022 Z900 today. Loved it. Smooth and plenty of power everywhere. It's like an automatic, just stay in gear and open the throttle instead of changing down. I found fuelling ok although did not get the gear changes all smooth, so maybe... Off to ride a Street Triple R now for a comparison and choice. BTW was that a Kawasaki screen or after market. Add anything?

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

The TFT? It's stock from the factory on this bike. I think it's the best from the Japanese OEMs. take care & good luck with the STr Scott

@paulconnell1309

2 жыл бұрын

@@NothingToProve Thanks Scott. Yes, nice TTF I test rode a Z900 and a Ninja 650. On both I had a couple of missed gear up-changes. Mostly into third and fourth. I worked out that the position of the gear shifter was different from what I am used to, and the lever has to drop back to the bottom of its range to pick up the next gear. If I accidentally left my foot under it there was some play and it would not upshift. I needed to consciously drop my foot for the next change. I rode a GSX S750 and Street Triple shortly after and both had crisper gear boxes with less movement in the lever and I could not really miss a gear. The triumph had an outstanding box. Both second hand (12,000 km) vs brand new Z. Similar for my Honda. Any comment from you or followers? Is this a Kawi gear box thing? New bike? Bad adjustment?

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, sorry, yea the (wind) screen was stock from Kawasaki. Now on to the subject of gear shifts...this is a rabbit hole we are going down...😒🤔 In my limited experience (sarcasm there) Triumph makes the best precision gear boxes bar none...well Aprilia is right there too but they are so small I usually don't mention them. So if you are comparing anything to Triumph or Aprilia, it won't stand up. Now that's my humble opinion. But still today I do not own nor ever have owned a Triumph/Aprilia 😁 So having a good tranny is just part of the equation. Now to the Japanese OEM trannies: they are good, Yamaha/Honda making some of the best of the 4. Usually Suzuki and Kawa are fighting for 3rd place, bike dependent for example: Hayabusa is great and ZH2 are very good trannies but those are also the top of the line and you'll pay top $$$ for them. With that said, the Z900 is very good for it's price, "there in lies the rub" & that's the difference between Kawa and Triumph with these two bikes. If you got the money & dealer support I'd take the Triumph but usually one or the other is in short supply for Triumph so guys will choose the Z900 over the STR. take care, Scott

@paulconnell1309

2 жыл бұрын

@@NothingToProve Scott, I value your considerable experience, so thanks for the full response. Funny thing is every time I get on the little GSX S750 it makes me smile. Very tight, smooth, easy to ride around town despite the weight. The clutch friction point and fuelling seem to work perfectly for smooth changes up and blips down. That is until the clock hits 100km on the open road. The air flow is appalling. Maybe a small screen. And it is real cheap new where I live. I rode an MT09SP in 2019 but waited for the new model which took two years to arrive down under. The tranny was click click. Very precise. Rode the standard one this year and did not notice the tranny which is probably a compliment(?) But yeh two thumbs up Triumph. Mind you the STR looks are an acquired taste....

With slipper cluth makes unnecesary to use rev match when downshifting?

@NothingToProve

Жыл бұрын

The slipper is there for those times you are way off on the rev matching. We all have our bad days right 😁

@joseramrez_

Жыл бұрын

@@NothingToProve but you dont need it with the slipper right?

I like your style and presentation. I’m slightly confused on your overall happiness with the bike compared to other contenders. Most of the review you’re super positive with the machine but towards the duration you start mentioning the clutch, throttle and this shouldn’t be happening at this price point. I was sold on this bike during the 3/4s of your spill but that last part worries me. It doesn’t come to a stop smoothly and taking off when engaging clutch doesn’t operate like most bikes in that range? Please explain further, if you have time. I’m looking to purchase soon and whatever I choose I may be living with for a very long time. FYI, I like the cutaway shots from multiple angles and the ride-a-long cam off to the right of the bike. I really liked you walking through the suspension and braking components as well. Would love to see you put together short reviews with a focus on mechanics. You seem pretty knowledgeable and that expertise is well needed.

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Hi and thank you, It's Euro 5 that ruined the on-off throttle for me and set the mood for a not so smooth ride. So if you get a 2021 model you'll have to get it re-mapped but if you are in Europe you will have to pass emissions every year once it turns 2 years old, so re-mapping the motor is really a pain (setting it back to factory spec for inspection then setting it back once done with inspection). So just get a 2020 model year and you'll love it! If you are in the U.S. then just do a power commander re-map and be done with it and you'll love it. 😁👍 ride safe, Scott

Hey Scott, its me again, in my never-ending research for my 1st bike :D I`m 32, 110 kg whats your opinion in getting this as my 1st bike and running it in rain mode (55% of the power, around 70 HP) untill I get confident enough to use it at its normal capacity (1-2 years in probably) ? I`ve owned a fast car in the past, I know how to respect the power, and I`m not into that "get a small bike and work yourself up" thing, as I think it can get expensive and I don`t have any problems with spending more time with a z900 for example and learning everything there is to learn in rain mode and than open it up. The proccess of getting better at riding might be slower this way, but I`m not in a hurry, as I see riding as a lifelong thing once I`ll get my 1st bike in 2022. Thanks for all the great reviews, they are very helpful, Happy New Year ! Roland B.

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Roland, thank you for the compliment. Yea, this will do just fine for a guy your size as a first bike. Usually the size and weight of the bike is a major concern for all "first bikes" but given your age and size, this will be right down your ally for a first bike. I would not recommend going much bigger than this though. Ride safe, and good luck, Scott

@Rolilasx

2 жыл бұрын

@@NothingToProve Thank you for taking the time to answer that !

@MachoMadness69420

2 жыл бұрын

@@Rolilasx I think you'll be fine. The Z900 might look like an absolute beast, but it's actually a very easy bike to ride. Personally I find it easier to ride than the various 650 twins due to the smooth and linear engine. Rain mode does reduce the power and dull the throttle response quite a bit, but TBH I don't think that you'll ride around like that for 1-2 years 😉 Not an issue because the power comes on in a very linear fashion, so it won't give you any nasty surprises. BTW. I started out at age 30 in 2020 on a Honda CB600F Hornet with 94 hp. I felt much confident and in control as newbie on a motorcycle at 30 than I did as an 18 year old in car. Thing is that someone who's been driving a car for more than a decade just isn't a beginner on a motorcycle in the same way as an 18 year old, who's got zero experience in how to deal with what you may encounter on a public road. I bought a new Z900 in May last year and it's easier to ride than the Honda despite being heavier and more powerful.

@Rolilasx

2 жыл бұрын

@@MachoMadness69420 Thanks for taking the time to write that :). Btw, hornets are awesome, when I was younger I was dreaming of one, but the timing was never really right. From all the research I`ve done the past 3-4 months, I feel like an inline 4 is the way to go for me, and this bike has a damn good one.

@joem1950

2 жыл бұрын

@@Rolilasx Be super careful man, the roads are way more slippery (like white lines for example) than you expect on a bike vs car. Personally, I started with a 400 and ill be running low power mode on the z900 until I get hold of the power aswell.... just I also have 4 years of experience, the z900 for my first bike would scare the hell out of me.

Where'd you get that back seat cover?

@MachoMadness69420

2 жыл бұрын

It’s an original Kawasaki accessory. The bike he is testing appears to be the Z900 Performance. It’s basically a Z900 with a backseat cover, tail tidy, Akrapovic slip on, taller screen and probably something else that I’ve forgotten.

@codemode5646

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Didnt know they made a matte black one

+NothingToProve Z900 or MT-09 and why?

@NothingToProve

Жыл бұрын

09 - Lighter, more nimble, better sound and it's a Yamaha 😁👍 But the Z900 has a better TFT but that's about it imho.

Thinking out loud... what is so wrong with analog tachometers and rpm gauges that no one uses them anymore?

@chrishart8548

2 жыл бұрын

Not cool enough. I wonder if these tft screens will still be working in 40 years time ?

@hawkwood6405

2 жыл бұрын

@@chrishart8548 Not only that what about the ECU's and related systems? I'll be long dead before we have the answer to that question.

@chrishart8548

2 жыл бұрын

@@hawkwood6405 I had too get rid of a lcd dash on a 25 year old bike dry soldier joints I think. Stuck a after market unit on instead. I know the tiger 800 won't run without the dash. I'm sticking with needles and will just stick with older models. I hardly look at the dash anyway when I'm riding.

@SsiolisP

2 жыл бұрын

@@gauntr I suppose we do live in the age of information. I see guys and gals jogging while wired up with devices which calculate all matter of biometric information. Is it necessary for the average jogger? I really don’t know. I understand the higher end motorcycles needing a sufficient display for all the available electronic settings (Ride mode, suspension etc.), and I do understand the navigational and connectivity advantages when those exist (and work), but for a bike which offers none of the above, well, it might just be me, but it would look “cooler” with an analog gauge and a simple LCD for the additional info. The Himalayan needs a bit more power and a decent touring speed. Other than that, I love its looks. For the price, what’s there to argue against?

@SsiolisP

2 жыл бұрын

@@chrishart8548 my speed is really all that ever concerns me personally. Keeping the legal limits when those exist, or simply sticking to my preferred range of speed. I’m not cool by any stretch of the imagination but, I can describe in full colour the splendor of the views I witness during trips. I also enjoy the silent mode option most phones come with!

Will we get a Monster 2021 review ? Please? 😬

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, no Ducati reviews and that's not my choice it's the Ducati dealers saying "no" to me.

@toofastnobrakes

2 жыл бұрын

@@NothingToProve sad 😕

CS racing full exhaust says hello.

So you didnt talk about Euro 5 actually. What is the main difference to 3 and 4? Did it get worse?

@NothingToProve

Жыл бұрын

Euro 5 made the Engine mapping worse. Trying to make the motors burn lean, less gas more air, they get hot and the engine mapping suffers. Meaning that the on/off position of the throttle is not smooth any more. A lot of guys either live with it or buy an after market ICU and that fixes it.

What’s your helmet ?

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Schuberth R2 👍

nice video, but the 890R has an inline twin and unfortunately not a V twin ;-)

how does the compare to the BMW F900R

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

2 cyl vs. 4 cyl. R sounds better but Z has more power. R has better electronics, features and options. But Z might be a tad bit cheaper to maintain.

@robpeters2296

2 жыл бұрын

@@NothingToProve I still have my first bike the BMW G310R as per your review, it's a great little bike but getting a bit small for me, not sure if I should stay in the BMW family or go to the Z, I do find motorcycle 4 cyl engines very interesting

this bike need just qucikshifter and its perfect

I hate these emissions restrictions they inflict upon us. I have a 790 Duke and a zx6r but i have always liked the z900.

This or a mt09????

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Well that is a though question. Performance wise they are about the same, one is a little better here the other a little better there so it's a wash. But when you ride in traffic or are riding within the speed limit the Z900 is a little boring but the MT09 is still fun and around 90% of the time we ride like normal people, so I'd take the 09. ride safe, Scott

I thought seat height is 31.5 in not 32.3 ?

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Nope, it's 32.3" here in Europe. 😁

@ramoyildirim2366

2 жыл бұрын

@@NothingToProve then turkey is not in Europe ! Because I been reading about it on dealers site and it say 31.5 I have mt-25 as beginner bike and I was planning to get z900 but I’m not that tall like 5.4’ so hope I’m right and it is 31.5 !!! 😂 unfortunately the most close dealer is about 3 hours away i will go and check soon if it is high then I take ninja 650.

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Well, Turkey is in the EU but only joined in the last 2 decades BUT most of Turkey is on the Asian content 🙄 So technically only partially physically in Europe but technically still in the EU. 😁 But the bottom line is if you sit on it and it's too high, then it's too high, period. But there are after market lowering kits that you can get for it. Just google it and you'll find some but probably not many will ship to Turkey 😒 It's just a kit for the rear link on the rear spring and the front you just loosen the clamps on the forks and lower it then tighten them back up to match the amount lowered on the rear link. Sounds simple, if you are mechanically inclined but if not then you might want to get a mechanic to do if for you. take care, Scott

@ramoyildirim2366

2 жыл бұрын

@@NothingToProve first of all thank you for spending your time to give all those information, Hopefully I am getting my A license end of month then I will go and check few bikes to feel which one is right for me and thank you because your videos help me a lot to have some ideas , shipping is not problem to here as before so probably I might get the kit but if it’s 31.5 I think it will fit me right , and again thank you so much for give attention and help me out 👍🙏🏻

Why is your English that good? Obviously you are filming and living in beautiful Germany….. Are you a mother tongue? Anyhow, top notch work that you perform….

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, I'm a born and raised Michigander. :)

I tested the 2019 MT-09 and it had a seamless throttle action. For this lone i'd pick this over the jerky Kwacker. I alsotested the Z900, and found it a big heavy lump. It's a litre bike, no middleweight.

@chrishart8548

2 жыл бұрын

Literally 949cc

@fyorbane

2 жыл бұрын

This is euro 5 for you. Earlier Z900's have a much smoother throttle, in fact they are smoother than the MT09. It is heavier than the MT09 but once rolling it is no problem and actually has a better suspension and chassis set up than the old model MT09. Instability at higher speeds was a common issue with the old model Yam. The new one is much better.

@kringtheking2657

2 жыл бұрын

@@fyorbane agree with this, i was gonna buy a mt09 but when i tested it i felt it was really unstable and wobble easy. I like to go fast on twisties. I bought the z900 2017 its smooth like butter on the throttle

Pues yo no le veo ningún extra excepto el akrapovik,!! 😮🎉

I'll take my Z900RS over the Z900 any day.

@toofastnobrakes

2 жыл бұрын

To each there own, I love the z900

You'd think a bigger engine would be lighter, the holes in the middle are bigger and we all know air weights nothing! Er, sorry....

@NothingToProve

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, you're right, the KTM 1290SDR is a 1301cc motor, and it's way lighter than this. So is the S1000R, Speed Triple RS (1200cc) and Tuono 1100 V4 and...well I could go on 😥😒

If you are over 180/90kg ... No problem with the weight... Otherwise , nope, way too porky. 212 kg vs 184kg? Cmon man, it's 2021 ffs.

@Ali-mf7cg

2 жыл бұрын

If you get an aftermarket exhaust and pipe, you will save about 10kg. When you ride hard at the highway, a little weight is neccesary. I test ride a ktm 890 duke once and it was wobbling all over the place on the highway with some wind. Kawasaki is a no nonsense manufacturer..