Comparison test Kawasaki Z900, Suzuki GSX-S750 and Yamaha MT-09: Election of the best Japanese "maxi-mid-size" roadster
In 2017, Kawasaki further strengthens its bestseller and launches its Z900 in the three legs of the MT-09, updated by Yamaha. Suzuki stays true to its signature "seven-and-a-half" displacement with its new GSX-S750. MNC compares these three new Japanese roadsters … neither maxi, nor "mid-size" ?
Z900 Vs GSX-S750 Vs MT-09: Practical aspects and equipment
| |
Kawasaki Z900 |
Suzuki GSX-S750 |
Yamaha MT-09 |
|
Instrumentation
| Daily trip |
2 |
2 |
2 |
| Fuel gauge |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Engine temperature |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Outside temperature |
no |
no |
Yes |
| Clock |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Gear indicator engaged |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Consumption indicator |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Handlebar controls |
no |
Yes |
TCS and modes, no info |
|
Convenient
|
| Coded key |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Adjustable brake lever |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Adjustable clutch lever |
Yes |
no |
no |
| Passenger handle |
no |
no |
no |
| Luggage rack |
no |
no |
no |
| Adjustable front suspension |
Yes
(prech, det) |
Yes
(preload) |
Yes
(fully) |
| Adjustable Ar suspension |
Yes
(prech, det) |
Yes
(preload) |
Yes
(prech, det) |
| Central stand |
no |
no |
no |
| Capacity of the "trunk" |
Yellow vest and disc lock |
Yellow vest and specific U |
Yellow vest and disc lock |
| Lashing hooks |
2 |
2 |
2 |
| Rear wheel washer |
Yes
|
Yes |
Yes |
| Angled valves |
no |
no |
no |
|
Electronics – piloting aids
|
| ABS |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Coupled braking |
no |
no |
no |
| Engine maps |
no
|
no |
A, standard or B
|
| Anti-slip |
no |
3 levels (deactivatable) |
2 levels (deactivatable) |
| Quickshifter |
no |
no |
Yes |
| Speed regulator |
no |
no |
no |
| |
Kawasaki Z900 |
Suzuki GSX-S750 |
Yamaha MT-09 |
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