**Thanks for watching this Episode of the Versus Series!** What do you reckon? Z900RS or XSR900? Make sure to come find me on Instagram @Kwackajack_ for loads more motorcycle content, community discussion and to get involved in future giveaways! See you there!

@RSchannel777

3 жыл бұрын

I want either one to be honest! It's really a matter of year, mileage, and cost. I'm never going to buy a new bike due to the crazy devaluation.

@ringo4419

2 жыл бұрын

Mate, you said ZED...I'm subscribing simply because of that!

@lebowski7594

2 жыл бұрын

Z✌️🙂

@ulukulele

Жыл бұрын

Z900RS every time.

I own Z900RS for 1.5 years now, love it. Before buying it, I sat on XSR900 and after a short run around the block, zed was still my choice. No regrets.

@SandorGonzalez

3 жыл бұрын

doesn't the kawa feel too heavy around town? how does it handle commuting, lane splitting, etc.?

@enut23

3 жыл бұрын

@@SandorGonzalez Kawi is extremely light feeling and has tons of low end torque that's great for around town. Lane splitting is what it is. The mirrors get in a way a little, but I swapped mine out for bar end mirrors.

@cwqrpportable

2 жыл бұрын

@@SandorGonzalez The Z900RS is all about around town riding, it's so nimble and the torque allows easy riding with a minimal amount of shifting. The bike is amazing me still, after almost 3 years.

@markellott5620

2 жыл бұрын

It feels and handles like a machine half its weight.

@WilliamStewart1

2 жыл бұрын

@@cwqrpportable The Z900 doesn't have a lot of low end torque though.

I wonder what the engineers and design team was smoking when they made the Z900RS. It's so damn beautiful.

@2mkholley

Жыл бұрын

Japanese engineers my friend don't need smoke.

@Paul-dz7xi

Жыл бұрын

Maui Wowie

@mishka110

Жыл бұрын

The yammy is not good looking, looks clumsy.

I went for the Z900rs cafe. I Purchased a brand new 2019 model in 2020 so got a great discount. I am 59 years old, been riding a good 40 years and this is my favorite bike of the many I have owned. Great styling, great engine and just a joy to ride anywhere

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Love hearing that! It looks like a really terrific bike and everyone I've spoken to has been really ecstatic about it.

@rangered2010

Жыл бұрын

Do you still have the bike? I’m 59 now and am thinking about getting one. Last bike was a Fatboy and before that was a VROD muscle. Was looking at the new Sportster S but I really like this Kawasaki. It reminds me of my old Honda Nighthawk.

in 1974 I was 16, My mates dad had just bought a Triumph Trident, the one with the square tank. We were waiting outside school for him and he was going to give us both a ride. He turned up and I went round the block on the back, up the A127 motorway for a couple of miles and back to school. I then gave my mate his lid back and they went home together. I walked about 10 yards towards home when a bike stopped outside the sweet shop and the bloke went in to get some snouts. He was riding a Z1. My god it was like I had just stepped into the future, especially after the grumbly, rumbly triumph. This was all rounded lines and chrome. I was just standing by the bike staring at it. The bloke came out the shop with his ciggies and just smiled. Whadya think of it. Oh mate its beautiful. Wanna sit on it? I sat on it and he started it up and I sat like a twat gently twisting the throttle. He then gave it a proper rip on the throttle. Was totally hooked on biking from that moment. Ran home and asked my mum if I could get a provisional licence and a Yamaha FS1E. Hooked. Thanks Kawasaki. Now I am like 300 yo and riding a 790 KTM and thinking about upgrading to the Ninja 1000sx. What comes around.

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

That's an awesome story! Thanks for watching and sharing. I've sat on the Ninja 1000, it's a bit big for me I think but I do like the look of the bike

@Wabbit1961

2 жыл бұрын

I've owned 2 Ninja 1000's. Look at the new Honda NT1100. Same price ballpark. Comes with centerstand, heated grips, and cruise control.

Kawasaki is hands down the most beautiful retro on the market.

@rosanna3870

3 жыл бұрын

what abt the bonneville ?

@marcbranchaud4408

3 жыл бұрын

@@rosanna3870 just sold my 2017 T120 black and white love the look but had some issues I didn’t want to live with.

@problemslayer3538

3 жыл бұрын

Ducati S2R 1000. The original and still the best

@iron-farmer

3 жыл бұрын

Where do your legs go?

@keithsada1380

2 жыл бұрын

@@problemslayer3538 and way more expensive than either of these bikes.

I have the 2018 z900rs in Jaffa....it is a work of art! I like the Yamaha too but the z900rs is at another level.

@MrLoveglov

2 жыл бұрын

Jaffa ? .. you Aussie for sure

I looove my Zed, coming up to 2.5 years and 28,000 k’s, can’t get the smile of my face

@Kwackajack

2 жыл бұрын

Love to hear this

Both are great bikes. I chose XSR for the one reason not mentioned in the video, the sound and feel of a triple.

@p6x2

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you about the engine's architecture. A triple sounds and feels different. But in terms of identity, the 900 RS kills it. I got my motorbike driver's license in 1973; the Z1 was the bike to have at the time. The Yamaha was not even on the map yet. As far as looks are concerned, the dual analogical gauges of the RS is more reminiscent of the Z1. Both bikes look lovely and give you the feel of what bikes used to be back in the days.

@Wallstreetavarice

2 жыл бұрын

Same here. My last two bikes were a gsxr 750 and hayabusa so I was much more interested in a bike with a different engine architecture

@nathanlambshead4778

2 жыл бұрын

@@p6x2 I got my license in 1975. The Yamaha 350 RD was the bike we all wanted at the time.

@josevi5835

2 жыл бұрын

Tried both and I own a XSR. Yamaha's triple is unique in terms of sound and response. And the XSR weights 20 kilos less...

Z900RS, silky smooth perfection for the win

Im a Yamaha fan boy but the looks and styling of the Z900 is one for the ages! Lovely flawless design and that classic look!!!

I went with an XSR900 a couple years ago. The CP3 motor is fun and full or torque, and the styling is the right amount of neo-retro. Definitely unassuming, but delivers in every way.

XSR 900 for ever

I've been a die hard yamaha guy, first bike was the 2010 FZ1, then a 2011 R1, and a FZ09. I hated that the XSR900 came out a few months after my FZ09, but that Z900RS will be in my garage within months. I'm converted. I'll always be a yamaha guy but the Z900RS Cafe version hits the right notes for me.

The analog gauges on the Kawi does it for me and a bargain compared to another nice retro, the CB1100. And they've retained the classic Z1 look up to the pseudo cylinder cooling fins. You could argue that there are several bikes out there today that look more stunning than the Z1 and I couldn't argue with that. But the Z900 is like the prettiest girl without makeup or fancy clothes.

@WolfgangVonKempelen838

2 жыл бұрын

The Honda is a bit of a porker and a bit down on power too. Still a piece of art though. However, I would have the Kawa over it.

I would get the Z900RS. I had the original 73 Z1 back in 1973, and later the original Ninja 84 903 in 1984. Loved both and survived them. Went 135 on the Z1 and almost 150 on the Ninja back when I was young and fearless. Now have an XV-1100 Yamaha Virago. Love the slower speeds and low end torque. I really would like to have a Z900RS, but I don't think that will happen. 73 years young this year and still riding. ;-) :-)!

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, sounds like you've got a wealth of experience. What would you say has been your favourite bike throughout that time?

@seniorrider9337

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack 75 RD-350, highly modified to cafe bike over a period of about 2 years. It was a rocket and handled like it was on tracks. :-) Many, many smiles on that bike!! I am lucky to have escaped with my life during those days when speed did not concern me as much as it does these days. That RD was almost as fast as my Z1. The TZ twin disc front end was so strong! It had a TZ road race crankshaft, so RPM limit was 13,500. Stock was about 8,500-9,000. Power came on at 6K, go to 12K, then hold on as you snicked it into the next higher gear. Whee ha! Luckily, I lived in San Diego county and Don Vesco Yamaha was near. He did some porting and polishing, and shaved the heads. Then I up sized the carbs from 28mm to 36mm, special reed valve mods,and expansion pipes from the TZ and the package was complete. Stock HP was listed at 40, bike now had about 52-54 or so. Up 20+% is substantial, especially when the bike actually had an overall weight loss. Had a Vesco seat/tail section on it that kept one firmly planted in the saddle. Had a cafe windscreen and clip ons from Ceriani (sp?). Hands down the most fun bike I ever owned. Other bikes I enjoyed; several 650 Triumphs, a 75 750 Trident, 73 850 Norton, several RD400's, and several Yamaha Viragos. Been down twice, both under 20 MPH with minor scrapes. Dirt/sand in a street corner! Ride safe and keep the rubber down.

Z 900 rs love..

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a great bike!

@elzarbiman9657

3 жыл бұрын

fantastic bike . It must be my 23rd bike and this bike is full of qualities. Great sound, excellent comfort ( the best in my life of biker for a roadster), good roadholding qualities and real pleasure to ride. The engine is not the most powerful that's sure but the engine is very pleasant for a 4 cylinders. May be too expensive but if you try it i am sure you will buy it.

It has to be the Z900 RS for me, I remember the original Z1 when it came out and wanted one more than anything.

$3,000 more for the Kawasaki is too much to ask. Looked hard at both machines and the xsr900 was an easy decision styling being the deciding factor. No regrets LOVE my Yamaha

@prairiegold6870

3 жыл бұрын

$1600, not $3000.

@shawnclaytor6173

3 жыл бұрын

I found my 2019 Z900RS cafe as a leftover back in August for $8,500US. By far the best bike I've owned

Somehow I don’t consider XSR’s looks to be all that classic.. It looks more like a regular Street Naked to me.. And I’m a fan of that sweeeet inline 4 exhaust note of Z ! I’d choose Z any day.. ( Z is insanely expensive and XSR isn’t available here in India is a different matter 😉)

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

It's true, the XSR isn't as 'classically' styled as the Z900RS. But I think it still looks great. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!

@CORVETTE1981C3

3 жыл бұрын

Another great choice for you is Honda Highness CB350!! Long-stroke single engine sounds much better than Yamaha SR400. Not yet available in Japan, but it gotta be much more expensive than the one in your country, once Honda starts selling it this year.

@sathishrao7926

3 жыл бұрын

@@CORVETTE1981C3 Highness was mainly designed to compete with the super popular Enfield 350s in India.. Not sure about Honda’s plans to introduce it in the other countries.. Ironically, Enfield’s latest Meteor 350 which got introduced a few weeks after Highness ( and is doing better than Highness in India) appears to be set for launch in other countries !

My own XSR - a beautiful bike, technically up to date and not too retro!

@patq1924

3 жыл бұрын

The z900 has ABS and Traction Control plus fully adjustable suspension and a better frame, it is certainly up to date

@keykey3014

2 жыл бұрын

@@patq1924 both of them are good. however it is also drive feeling. Every people every interests every choice

Picked up a 2021 z900rs cafe in grey. I love it. Great low end torque and feels very light in the California twists. The suspension is very soft, which is comfortable, but I'm pushing 200 lbs with gear on and its too much for it. Going to have to throw some stiffer suspension on in the rear at least.

The Z900RS Cafe for me. I bought mine back in August and love it more every day. Great review 👍

mines the XSR900 ...love it

@martinrollins4471

3 жыл бұрын

have mine in 80s black love it.

I've been trying to decide between these two bikes for months. But now, after watching this vid... I still have no idea!!! Not that it's a bad vid. It's the best comparison video out there, in fact. I just can't decide. Maybe a BMW R nineT? Or a Triumph Speed Twin? Argh!!

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

hahaha, sorry to make the decision harder for you! To be honest I think you'd be more than happy with any of these bikes, and the only way to really solidify a decision is to get your butt on them and take them for a ride if possible. Glad you enjoyed an got value from the video, let me know when you end up deciding on what you got!

Good video. The Kawasaki for me. I'm 68 so the styling is what I grew up with. The seat is long and relatively flat without steps or dips which tend to hold one in place. I work part time in a Yamaha shop but I'd have to get the Z900 with the quarter fairing.

Great video - I went for an XSR900 in 2017 & I still love it. I really wish it had twin clocks like the the Kwacker though 😄

I've been riding since the 1970s, so I was around when the bikes these two are supposed to pay homage to were new and mainstream. To my eyes, Kawasaki nailed it with the RS, but I just don't see the 'retro' in the Yamaha. I can see how it's looks are kinda, sorta reminiscent of the beloved RZ/RD 350, but the result is wide of the mark.

@motorcyclerider3956

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

You can't beat those fantastic analogue clocks and more confy seat. The Yam is a good and not bad looking bike though. What you can afford will probably be the decider for most of us, I guess.

Thanks for the video, really helped for choose one.

Great video! I've already made my decision. I have a deposit down on a 2021 z900rs cafe to go in my garage next to my '01 zrx1200 and my '14 Tbird

These are the 2 bikes that I was shopping for. Both were a difficult find in my area but ended up finding a sweet deal on a used XSR. I absolutely love it. Personally I think the Kawi has the edge on looks but both are gorgeous. Wish my XSR had analog gauges

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the bike! What's your favourite thing about the XSR?

@You-Toober

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new bike! Dammit the xsr doesn't have analog gauges, though.

@jonathanfrancisco6910

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack i love the instant torque and look. So much fun

@stevenfortier6436

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack just totaled my RS765 and got the xsr...the motor is my favorite thing

Great review mate, thankyou!

Great review

My XSR comes tomorrow won it in a raffle competition for £7 there aren't words for how excited I am

Still loving my 2019 Z900RS, "it's like riding on the wings of Angels" That's what Adolph Galland said upon flying the ME262 Jet for the first time.

The Kwaka is far more ‘retro’ in my eyes! 😎

I made my choice three years ago this month! Z900RS Jaffa! No intention of selling it either. It would be nice if it turns out to be a classic like you say.

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

I can see it happening. What would you say is your favourite thing about the bike?

@gm16v149

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack I like everything about it. The looks, power and torque, comfort, the sound, the electronics, you can potter around on it or go hard depending on your mood. When I first saw one I knew I had to buy one. I’ve still got my HD Sportster 1200 which I’ve owned since 1992 but I hardly ever ride it now poor thing. I’ve done 23,000 kms on the Z now.

Bought my Z900RS Cafe brand new (first new bike) 10/18. I knew I wanted the cafe from the moment I saw it online and when I sat on it at the dealership, I knew it was to be a great long love affair. 12k miles (so far) of San Francisco daily commutes, Hwy 1 blasts, road trips to the canyons of Malibu, and now tearing up the backroads of Portland, she can handle it all with style to spare. If you get one, I highly recommend doing the Akrapovic headers and ECU flash, as well as the sprint air filter with velocity stacks. You’ll turn her into a lighter faster screamer. As far as suspension goes, I had mine setup properly by a race tech and it made a huge difference. Eventually I’ll upgrade the forks and rear shock, but for now it’s perfect for the streets.

I'm literally looking at these two for next purchase. Retro ftw

Great vid man. Just bought the zed rs in december. Live in new england so I'm jones-ing for my first spring ride!

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@jerryhumphrey5533

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack took her out today...wow! a lot of frost heaves to deal with but what a bike! smiling most of the time (when my teeth weren't getting jarred from the FHs! :)

I Love Both Bikes.

Great Review on great bike! Can't go wrong either bike.

Because of sound and gauges KAWASAKI wins

@henrikforsberg683

2 жыл бұрын

The gauge on the yamaha just look wrong, perfect with the analogs on the kawi! 👍

Hopefully there's gonna be a new version of the XSR 900 with the new MT-09 engine and upgrades.

@motorcyclerider3956

2 жыл бұрын

Your wishes have come true.

Sure Kawasaki in my opinion is the best deal.Amazing and beautiful.Also one of the best exhaust sound compared with other motorcycles from nowadays.

@Kwackajack

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

Great video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I owned a Jaffa Z1 back in the day and the saddest day was the day my then wife made me sell it. I absolutely loved that bike and decades on I still regret marrying my first wife for reasons including that bike. Being an old fella now nakeds are still high on my list and I’d have a very hard time choosing from these beauties and the large choices on offer today.

@spidertazzfb47

2 жыл бұрын

Both are very good ride

XSR 900 is my favorite but the Kawa looks also nice.

Good comparison. I like both very much but ended up with the xsr900. The lower price price and engine character of the xsr won me over.

@WolfgangVonKempelen838

2 жыл бұрын

I think that the high price for the kawa is the deal breaker for most people

There's really nothing "retro" about the XSR900. It just stands out thanks to it's looks.

@RSchannel777

3 жыл бұрын

I don't see it as retro either. I see it simply as a super sports looking bike with the rear seat toned down. I'm in the cosmetics are cool, but it's the 2020, 2021 technology it is equally important. Especially fuel injection and not having to hassle with three or four carburetors! I can't even imagine how much money a shop wants to tune four carbs, probably 500 bucks

@themotorcyclecentreltd34

3 жыл бұрын

It's nothing like an XS1 / XS650

@69FOSTER

3 жыл бұрын

Agree, I don't see anything retro about the Yamaha either and see no similarities to the 1970 Yamaha XS1. I find the Kawasaki beautiful.

@allanshort8264

2 жыл бұрын

How old a look is retro. XSR is a ringer for Yamaha s rd350lc. In 1980 that was a 2 stroke rocket, and I only regret I couldn't afford one and was always following a friend on my Suzuki GT 250.

@douglasalexander4348

2 жыл бұрын

@@69FOSTER What’s retro about the kawa ? Single exhaust, cat, single shock, radiator, fat wide tank, rider modes and no spoked wheels or chrome fenders. Oh yea, it’s the colour and tailpiece. Rides like a 10 year old Honda. What a joke calling it retro.

Both are great bikes.

The Yamaha looks fun but the Z900rs is STUNNING 🤩 I’d take one in a heartbeat. Good video Kwackajack you make the best motorcycle comparisons on KZread

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate the support 🙏🏻 Yea the Z900RS is really beautiful hey

Dig them both. Owned both Yamaha and Kawasaki as a daily So Cal rider since late 80s. Of the two I most currently owned Yamaha, but I did own a few Kawasakis in the 90s. Of those two gems? Z 900 RS and the SE model at that, is the one Id buy and no doubt. Those looks are pure love for this 50 something rider. In a retro UJM it has to have a 4 cyl, I'll pass on the triple for this retro cafe style Japanese bike. In addition to the exhaust tuning, not noted here is the fact Kawasaki has always had wonderful intake growls! Great video. 👍

Great job buddy, they are exactly what I’m tossing up atm, I’ll let you know which one I go with

@Kwackajack

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it helped, which are you leaning towards?

@braxtonandhunter

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack probably the black one gold xsr sp, with the $$$ saved buy the boys a little PW50

@ 1:38 - LOVE that paint scheme! The xsr900 would be the bike i would choose. It would be my bike of choice because i'm looking to try a different type of engine. I've only ridden single and four cylinder motorcycles. It would be really great if the xsr have analog gauges.

I love my 2018 XSR900 best bike i've owned for value, and definitely the most fun. Plenty of torque everywhere... no joke.

I sold my MT09 6 months ago and bought the RS, awesome bike!

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Very envious! How are you finding it? and what would you say is your favourite thing about the bike?

@brianw391

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack Very smooth power delivery, great torque and good looks. Comfortable too. Throttle is snatchy a low revs though, so prob going to have ECU flashed to fix.

@thumper7828

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianw391 How do you see Z comparing to MT09?

@brianw391

2 жыл бұрын

@@thumper7828 The Yamaha tips into corners slightly quicker because of the lightweight front end, but the Z holds the corner much more even and stable. Power is similar, yamaha is a little more punchy, kawi is smoother, stock pipe sounds really good on the Z. MT kinda pushes you towards the tank when not on the gas which isn't great. Z feels more substantial in most ways, both are a blast though.

Kawasaki 100%. Considering to buy one

Z900RS for me! :-) And great job on the video!!!

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! The z900rs really is a sexy machine hey. What two bikes would you like to see next?

@paradiseofgod

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack, you're very welcome! I would love to see a comparison of the new Triumph 660 and another comparable bike.

I bought the Z900RS because it looks stunning and am not even slightly disappointed - it’s wonderful. I got an early US version that needed a Power Commander to make the throttle response civilized (newer ones do not need this) and it came with an Akrapovic slip on as a special offer. A tail tidy later, and a large addition of some rear preload on that very plush from delivery rear shock and it’s pretty much a perfect bike. The sound they tuned really works at full wail past 6000 rpm to the redline - instantly illegal speeds. It sounds amazing! The can doesn’t really change it much as it has a cat anyway.

I tried to get the Kawi cafe model, but couldnt. Bought the XSR and couldnt be happier. That machine is a complete hooligan. Realistic top speed is around 125mph, but it absolutely RIPS from 0-90mph. Definitely *NOT* a beginner bike though...

Xsr900 for me all day long. Last bike was the Street Triple RS 765 and this thing could probably hang with it with it's classic looks.

Thank you for including the price in philippine pesos. Sunscribed

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

No problem 😊 Welcome to the community!

Candy tone green Z900rs for me

I wouldn’t mind to have both to be honest, XSR900 is my beast at the moment, but Kawasaki is beautiful... in that black and yellow scheme they have. Honda CB1000R from 2018 is absolutely stunning also :) Wish I had the money to own them all 🤣🤣🤣 But that triple engine of XSR900, is just something else really... Plus that bike is very very customisable compared to the competition... that’s a huge plus in my opinion, as you can make that bike look unreal...

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't it be nice 😅

@Paul1984kwon

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack to own 3 stunning 🏍? Definitely ... 😂

I love my XSR!!! I changed the exhaust so it doesn't sound like a sewing machine and added a quick shifter from the MT-09SP. Only thing left is the seat! 2hrs tops and all the wheelies in the world don't make up for the pain in my behind.

@douglasalexander4348

3 жыл бұрын

De cat Scorpion taper carbon for the same reason. Un staple vinyl, add 5mm firm foam, about £3.00 (not the memory crap) re staple.

@MarmiteTheDog

2 жыл бұрын

Are you not going to upgrade the awful suspension?

@timofalltrades400

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarmiteTheDog I haven't found it too bad, but because I don't use the XSR for track days and I live in Australia where the roads are well maintained I haven't really pushed it very hard I guess. What specifically do you not like about it? Spring rates? Rebound or compression dampening?

@MarmiteTheDog

2 жыл бұрын

@@timofalltrades400 It's sloppy and not very confidence inspiring. The RS rides so much better.

@timofalltrades400

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't ridden an RS so I can't make an accurate comparison. Maybe the Yamaha factory set my bikes sloppy adjustme to zero because I haven't had any trouble with it yet. 😉

I've loved virtually every bike I've owned over my 40+ years of riding, but I somehow never got around to a Kawi (wasted far too many years with Harleys). Well as of Tuesday, 1/31/23,that drought ends and my z900rs Café arrives. The best part? Cold and rainy week here in Texas. Ahh! We're warming up for the weekend however, but I know there will be no shinier Zed on the road! 😂

i have the xsr900 in black and gold love it .

Two great looking and performing bikes! I would have to test ride both to know for sure but I lean toward the Yamaha for the lower weight and I love that triple.

@josevi5835

2 жыл бұрын

Tried both, and they are awesome. The XSR is far superior in terms of engine and excitement.

Thanks for the review i will get the xsr900 😁

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Good choice!

I chose the 2019 Z ( in the Jaffa color way) at the end of 2020. 2 years, K-Tech F&R suspension mods, Delkevic de-cat headers, Leo Vince LV-10 Black slip-on, Bridgestone S22 tires and an Ivan’s Performance reflashed ECU later, and I am In motorcycling bliss! ❤

bought mine Kwa 900rs 2020. have riden12000km . very nice bike. smooth and high grade quality

The Z900RS is absolutely beautiful and stunning!

nice comparison - classic good looks or a modern twist by yamaha tough choice both have done an epic job

Z900RS ❤️😎🔥

Both are great machines.

Yamaha has a great set of parts that can go along with the bike and you can turn it into a scrambler or a cafe racer style with some of that options. It means that you can have a different bike if you get bored with the original outfit. You still can do all that, with no need to get parts in the after market. It is a plus for Yamaha that, I think Kawasaki doesn’t level that offer.

I've got a brand new XSR 900 in 80's black in my garage. Reminds me on the RD250LC in my youth. The XSR has some mods such as a quick-shifter, an Akrapovic full exhaust, Ohlins-suspension front and rear, heating grips, a small windshield, LED-turning signals, brake and clutch levers from Gilles, and a deeper handlebar. But to be honest I've got to change the handlebars because it's uncomfortable at the age of 54! ;) Bike is awesome especially the Ohlins-suspension and the sound of the Akrapovic! The better MT09 in my view and I know this because my last bike was a MT09... Today it's partly sunny in my area and we expect 6 to 7 degrees celsius so I'll go for a ride in the afternoon. That's why heating-grips are not a bad decision. Greetings to down under from Europe...

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input mate! The XSR looks like a great bike, what do you reckon is your favourite thing about it?

@bernd4883

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kwackajack : The old school touch combined with modern technics and of course the insane cp3 engine. Torque in every situation and it's really fast...

Like the xsr black edition worth the extra few quid wouldn't mind seeing a beemer r9t comparison enjoyed the the video

excellence review and commentar

For the riding definitley the xsr (as an mt09 rider it should be that😂) because i just love to ride my mt09 it is much more agile than the z1000 i first wanted to buy. But the styling from the z900rs is definetly cooler and more retro👌

solid channel, just saw those z900rs' on bike sales. lol

I already did - the Z900RS. Had it for nearly three years.

This was really helpful on the statistics. Not to mention the ride and you talked about the seat, a big deal. I guess I would like to know more about the cornering impact on the shocks and handling. However it sounds like either one would be more than cool for me. I'm bidding on a 2020 z900 because they want $8, 000 with 4, 500 miles on it. I'm offering $7,500. 2018 xsrs are going for $7,500.

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I'd love the chance to take both out for a full review. I think you'd be more than happy with either!

Good job! Kawasaki all the way.

Z900RS Cafe for me. I bought the last 2020 model in Kawasaki green that was on the showroom. Absolutely love this bike. But I got to say, that XSR looks sweet as well but I was afraid it would have the same suspension issues the FZ/MT 09 had in the earlier bikes.

Z900RS. However the blue/grey scheme on the XSR900 always attracts my eye

Great video. It would have been nice to include the Speed Twin in the competition.

Easy choice for me is the Kawi. I really like it but am afraid to ride one for fear that I will have to have it 😁

Thanks for providing the weights in pounds. So many reviews neglect this important stat.

Think I agree with you, prefer the clocks of the Kawasaki - Café version is hopefully my next test ride

Kawasaki for me,they nailed it!

I own a XSR900 and every time I ride it there's a smile on my face until I sleep. I own a 50th anniversary edition and I get compliments everywhere I go. I'm into the cafe racer style so a few mods and it looks just like one but with reliability and power! Front wheel loves to leave the pavement on just half a throttle. Now for the Kawasaki, it's geared towards and older audience, I rode it and it's not like a hooligan bike like my XSR900. But you can feel the torque and it doesn't have the twitchy throttle like the XSR900. But it also does it for me. If you're on 2 wheels who's to say that you wouldn't enjoy either bike! Just ride safe, have fun and respect the throttle!

Kawasaki z900rs for me :) nice exhaust too :)

the z900rs is the clear winner 4me! - u should do a comparison between the triumph speed twin vs ducati 1100 scrambler as well

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, I'll look into it!

I've had them both. I preferred the XSR on the sound of the triple, plus lighter and more wheelie prone :-)

@boomerhgt

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I have a 2017 XSR 900 it's a bit of a hooligan machine

I have the xsr900. This two bikes our in my list but because I didn't had the money to get the how z900rs I got the xsr 900 just because of $6000, but I don't have any regrets the xsr is a great bike

The Coke can colours of the Z900 replica first. Loved the XS1. Yamaha is a close 2nd. You’d have to test ride both but the Kwaka evokes the most powerful memories.

XSR for me because of the better looks, and the riding mode options.

Two very nice bikes but Kawasaki all the way for me☺ and yes I'm slightly bias 😆😆😆😆 excellent video as well 👍

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! What two bikes would you like to see compared next?

@JAF41972

3 жыл бұрын

Yamaha tracer 900 gt and the triumph tiger 900 would be interesting 😉

@Kwackajack

3 жыл бұрын

I've put the Tiger 900 up against the Honda Africa twin in a previous episode!

@JAF41972

3 жыл бұрын

OK I'll have a look 👍👍