Kawasaki KX250F vs Kawasaki Z900 Comparison

Kawasaki is one of the very few manufacturers who have officially launched off-road ready dirt bikes in India. One of the dirt bikes on offer is the KX250. It is not road-legal, therefore, riding the dirt bike should be restricted to off-road trails and tracks only. The KX250 was launched in 2017 but the updated 2018 edition introduces a host of improvements including an updated engine with more torque and revised suspension setup. It is a good dirt bike for novice and pros alike.

The Kawasaki Z900 is a muscular streetfighter which excels in everyday usability while delivering serious performance. In our evaluation, we found that, even with its aggressive design and powerful inline-four engine, the bike is approachable and surprisingly manageable in the daily riding conditions.

The 948 cc engine is smooth, lively, revs freely, and, once past 5,000 rpm, it starts to pull hard with no let-up in acceleration. It feels quick but predictable while the chassis provides stable straight-line manners and sure-footed corners.

The seating position is comfortable while the wide handlebar makes the bike easy to control even in traffic. At the same time, the weight of the Z900 can take a while to get to when stationary, and riders who prefer more suspension tuning options can find the adjustment range a little bit limited.

As Preetam Bora summed up,

“The Z900 isn’t perfect, but it’s easy to ride in traffic and thrilling every time you open the throttle.”