2020 Kawasaki Z900 Review

The 2020 z900 was a blast for sure! I was lucky enough to be riding this Kawasaki for about three days, and it's so much fun to be able to test new vehicles! It really puts all your other experiences into perspective!
The first of hopefully many more "professional" reviews. I am looking to improve this kind of video so let me know what you might have missed in such a "review" and I'll try to implement that in the next one!
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[@fyorbane]

The Z900 is actually just as quick low down compared to the MT09. One of the American mags tested them back to back on acceleration and roll-on's in all the gears. They were neck and neck till the Kawasaki got to higher revs where it's extra power pulled away from the Yam. I think it's because the Z900 is so smooth and refined it doesn't feel initially as quick where as the MT09 has a more abrubt throttle and more vibey and aggressive engine. The Kawasaki does have a better balanced and handling chassis though. For the money it's great value. Cheers.

[@martiniuswexelsen7021]

When you videos looks better than most other big KZbinrs, you know your doing something right

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Oh wow 😅 thank you so much! 🥰

[@sathishrao7926]

I think it’s cheaper than all its competition and more powerful ( at least on paper ).. To me it looks better than MT09 and D890..,

[@DangerNoodlesMC]

What a review! This is so professionally presented! Touching every detail of the bike, pros and cons, and gives an honest conclusion! Hope to see more reviews like this in the future!!

[@MrDrakenhoff]

I hope so too, really challenging work 😅

[@DangerNoodlesMC]

@@MrDrakenhoff and yet you nailed it 😁

[@Juliang61]

Way better than the MT09, this is a proper bike for adults and hooligans alike

[@McTripleCheese]

I just got mine. It’s winter now and I haven’t rode it yet but I already put an full exhaust system and a whole bunch of stuff!! Can’t wait!

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Congrats man!

[@cliveomahoney4096]

Thank you. Just found this review. I have a CBB650R, that I really like for its stability and fun at higher revs. I've test ridden a MT 09 and loved the engine but not much else. I'd really like a totally smooth 4 cylinder bike with more mid-range power. This seems ideal to me. The looks of it I can live with - just. Excellent review.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Glad I could be of help :)

[@Baste_Bastesen]

I got 54500 km on my Z 900, 2017 ( and this is up north, Norway ) I love the bike. Got myself a powercommanderV and a qs. Supurb !

[@MrDrakenhoff]

oh wow! You've had it since 2017 then I assume? Have you installed a QS with up and down or just up, out of curiosity.

[@Roy_Godiksen]

Solid review.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thank you! ☺️

[@francislalhmuakliana766]

In the meantime, I'm still riding my 150 cc Yamaha FZ V2. How I envy. It would be a perfect match for me

[@MrFoxfire510]

I appreciate the small detail you mentioned of wearing a backpack and possibly the rear cowl getting in the way. On my zx6r I wear an ogio dakar backpack and use a nelson commuter bag tied to the rear seat. With the forward lean of the zx6r I do not have any clearance issues. But since the z900 is much more upright there may be clearance issues.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Yep. MT-09 vs. Z900. The big Z blows the Yamaha away in stability/confidence, and smoothness of engine. As far as torque is concerned, it's hard to beat a sport twin-cylinder in the 800-900cc range. Yet, the Z900 makes about 8-10 ft-lb more than the MT-09 in the midrange.

[@punkrockdidi]

The mt09 is a triple...

[@RickyJr46]

Enjoyable review, cool machine. KZbinr Schaaf raves about the Z900’s confidence-inspiring manners every time he rides one.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

I totally agree with that!

[@BlavkGhost]

love the theme of this video. well done!

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thanks mate 🙏

[@leoniddraznin2236]

Very, very good bike. Today I rode it and enjoyed it a lot.

[@BenalRida]

Very nice review. Thanks very much!

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thanks for watching 🙌

[@dry509]

I think this will beat MT-09 in drag race if that is important?

[@scandimc]

Great review! Seems like the mt09sp has just a little more character with the low end torque and it is more playful/hooligan. Z900 seems to be more calm and relaxed compared to the mt09sp.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

That's pretty much it yes! :D

[@aNNdr58]

Bun Bun because it has much better value

[@helgejohan3604]

Dont like the upright position on Mt 09, z900 more sporty, and feels faster then mt09..

[@photographerjonathan]

nice bike, I wish I could see a full comparison with the Mt09

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Would be fun, but there are probably more experienced riders out there that will do a better job than myself 🤗

[@TrustyZ900]

I had an MT09 and it was fun and dangerous. Handling was iffy and brakes weren't much better. Have a '22 Z900 and anyone that says it doesn't pull down low is smokin' somethin. You can go into a turn at 15mph in 4th gear and motor on thru like it was nothing. Like a turbine engine. Can't say enough good about this bike, except 2 up it blows.Long live Z900's!

[@MrDrakenhoff]

I'm not saying you're wrong, and its terrific that you found a good bike for you - but I think you need to testride an mt09 again if you say the z900 pulls equal to the mt :)

[@TrustyZ900]

@@MrDrakenhoff My friend has a '22 mt09 and I pull him through the gears continuously. He's a good rider and has a quickshifter. The mt is 45 lbs. lighter.He's close every time, but remove the weight from the Z and then go for it. Love the silky smooth 4 banger. Wouldn't trade back.

[@themarvelousvintage76]

No sir the top speed it's not 217 km/h that top speed of z650 or mt07 that bike top speed it's around 235km/h........

[@markjames8902]

Great review. Thought I was a fan of the MT-09 but I am hearing so many great things about this bike, I will definitely check it out. I am now riding a 2009 Harley Street Glide and really like it. But, at 71, my days on a 750 lb. bike are numbered. This could be a great option. Just wish that Kawi offered the performane option in the US. So far, they don't. Of course, I can cobble those options together. But it's a nice package.

[@punkrockdidi]

And if you like longer trips,the z900 has 3 more liters in the tank 😉

[@RedRoo13]

Great review and outstanding video! Subscribed. I own a Kawi Z400 and it is total fun on a twisty road! I used to own a 2011 Triumph Speed Triple and for brute power and acceleration, it was in a much higher class but can't touch the little Z400's "fun factor" on a tight, curvy twisty road. However, it's not a good bike for longer rides, and because of that I'm considering a Z900. Can one do an all day ride (8-9 hours), on the Z900 and remain in comfort?

[@michide72]

Imho you should not compare the mt-09 to the z900: the Kawa is the slightly younger sister to the z1000 whereas the Yamaha is a potent middleclass 3 cylinder with matching characteristics, raw and naughty. The z900 has 10 ps and 10 nm more than the mt and is a typical Japanese inline four: refined, potent and grown up. Each bike has its benefits but they are not two sides of the same coin.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

This is very true, but coming from the cp3-engine and still having little experience with four cylinders (except the cp4 R1) - this is my best point of reference i guess. Yes the bikes have completely different characteristics, but I feel like a lot of people put these two up agains eachother before buying?

[@DEGMOTOV]

Pro REVIEW! I need to try that bike!

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thanks, and yes! 👍

[@StreetLegalvlog]

For some reason the 2020 and 2021 in USA has different turn signal lights..

[@MrDrakenhoff]

really? that's interesting! How do they differ?

[@StreetLegalvlog]

@Mr.Drakenhoff If you have time look at my video as I bought a 2021 and I was upset about the lights on the video. Yours are LED but not mine kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKeUaKGuhNN_bNk

[@MrDrakenhoff]

@@StreetLegalvlog wow that s really odd

[@gester27]

Euro z900 are all LED while north American z900 are not sadly.

[@rubberneck2855]

Top quality video, enjoyed

[@MrDrakenhoff]

I’m glad you did!

[@davidbaird6996]

Nice bike I was for buying one I went for ninja 650

[@benstich3616]

Wish they kept the more aggressive riding position of the z800

[@Hollarmoto]

Very well done video sir definitely like your style

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thanks bud!

[@TimorAklin]

It's 18,600$ (USD) in my country for a brand new 2020 Z900. But a used 2nd hand with 6,500 KM 2019 Z900 is 13,000$ I'm contemplating buying one this week, and I'm kind of torn. Go for the one that's like 5.6k cheaper (2019) but used, with 6k mileage or a brand new for much more but comes guilt free afterwards, like you're not worried about anything since it's brand new and it's 2020 not 2019. Thoughts?

[@cyberpunk3957]

Sad for me I own 2017 but look at that color dash on 2020 😓

[@MrDrakenhoff]

It is quite something isn’t it? I’m sure the 17 model is just as fun 👍

[@cyberpunk3957]

@@MrDrakenhoff yes sir I have lot of fun with it

[@heliosftw351]

beastmode

[@MrDrakenhoff]

best mode!

[@vincentdavidson755]

I heard from a person that has 10,000 that it keeps getting stuck on rain mode and he has to keep taking it back for service and with the hi seat how is any one going to be able to ride on the back for if you hit the brakes your passenger could end up on top of you 😐

[@Thirtytwopages]

Great Bike and Awesome Review.. (y)

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thanks mate 😀

[@keanaaronfadul6424]

I love my bike. Got it 2 days ago, yes I hit the muffler too n I’m short

[@petroosabdollahian1648]

Nice video, what is your opinion about MT09 or Z900? wich one? I myself have Hond cb600 4 cylinder so

[@ΡΑΠΤΑΚΗΣΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΣ]

You recomend this for a rider 5.5 to 5.6 ft?

[@joseluiz_bh]

Which one would be better? z900 or ninja zx636

[@wiliyantoadinata9170]

just curious , why not the old z1000 ? why would i choose this bike over z1000 ?

[@helgejohan3604]

Z900 feels a lot faster then Mt 09🤘🔥and more sporty😎

[@MrCod16]

Kanon Review 👌🏽 meget Smooth produksjon og veldig underholdende!

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Så bra og tusen takk :D

[@baecchi4153]

not radial mounted calipers? but the rs900 is .. whats up kawasaki ?

[@jreynol100]

How does this compare to a 600cc sport bike? sold mine and looking at this for more ridability

[@pinoymasabaw7857]

Sick bike bro👌

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Pinoy masabaw it truly is 👌

[@TranslateToEnglish]

Isn't the place its headed the same as where it will be?

[@pgclift51]

Nice review - just a question: how much protection does the small windscreen provide?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thanks! The windscreen pushes the air a bit above my chest. Without it I’m guessing the air will hit me over my “entire” body.

[@pgclift51]

@@MrDrakenhoff Thanks for letting me know - I've just become a new subscriber.

[@RioterRides]

@@pgclift51 not much. It's more for bugs.

[@thebikingphotographer3042]

I'm an 36y old beginner, go for the z900 of the z650? You didn't show the fulle amount of power you see in other reviews, but that means it is very handable and not only pulls 0-100 in 1st gear :-)

[@MrDrakenhoff]

The 900 can absolutely be managed depending on your self control I guess. I don’t think you’d grow tired of the 0++ as fast as the 650. That being said I think you really just need to think if you REALLY think you could handle your excitement in alignment with your «beginner skill». Only you know the anwser to this, in my experience. :) Hope you find the best solution for yourself!

[@tranthanhtoan07]

I like the style of previous version, the 2020 z900 is not cool, anyway, nice video bro , keep it up

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Yeah the style is a bit different. I actually like the newer model myself. It kinda grew on me over the days that I had it 😅

[@MrRGM10]

Yes alien lime style in a bad way. Hard to appreciate. Looks weirdly cool.even zh2 650 look all the same

[@dry509]

Any quick shifter blipper?

[@Penafort]

Love this bike except the new fk headlight... They should just have made a small full led restyling, or making a new one more like the Z1000

[@isaakheald2752]

Anyone else hear “this is the 2021” Got me excited

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Isaak Heald ah man sorry to disappoint 😅

[@isaakheald2752]

Mr.Drakenhoff still a good review on an amazing bike!👌

[@thebikingphotographer3042]

Yes2021 becomes after 2019 :-)

[@lostdave3642]

The top speed is around 250 km/h actually

[@MrDrakenhoff]

That must be with som sort of tune right? Stock it can only hit 135mph (217kmt).

[@rizmiez9005]

It was standard top speed around 250 km/h

[@indoctrinate4740]

@@MrDrakenhoff lol my ninja 650 does 135. Im sure the z900 is faster.

[@pepelajo8060]

Nice video! What is your height? Do you think is a good bike for tall people?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

I’m 185cm tall. No worries there 👍

[@abilashyogalingam5470]

Damn, pro vid!

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thanks buddy! 🥰

[@joonyeobkim9249]

nice video how tall are you ?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

6foot1 ish

[@alphabits695]

Good video, l’m 6’2” will this bike fit me?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

I'm 6'0/6'1 and had no issue!

[@ramusaint]

my 2017 stock standard top speed is 250kmh.. do you mean the Europe spec it limited lower?

[@thebikingphotographer3042]

I guess the top speed isn't right, it is still around 250

[@ramusaint]

@@thebikingphotographer3042 you are right.. must be incorrect by the author

[@greenplastic6883]

It’s 255 😝☝️

[@frankst-cyr]

What about comparing the mt09 regular model not sp? Thanks

[@MrRGM10]

If this only bike get this bro. I sold my mt09 regular. Better planted smoother. Less wiggle on highspeed. But you also have to take a look on ktm 790 i ended up with that. Not the smoothest . But best fuel consumption and very light! Sounds good all twin. You can abuse it instantly. Has all the electronics you need. Im not evem gonna go coz this is 125hp. 100hp is enough to just like the cbr650r

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Hi. I just subscribed. I have to say: very good review. How tall are you?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

I'm 185cm tall. Thanks!

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

@@MrDrakenhoff Thanks. I am 186. So far the bike should be OK also for me.

[@miltonbernal7344]

What you like better the z900 or MT 09? I'm between this two.. let me know pls

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Probably the 09 for fun and z900 for stability/commuting

[@elderperez]

So is this ride by wire now?

[@shinyori]

Hi Drake! Would you recommend it for a mature beginner rider? Thank you.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

shinyori sure! No worries, go for it 👍

[@shinyori]

@@MrDrakenhoff Thank you :)

[@alithejumbo]

A late question: Do you prefer this over the MBW F900R or the other way around?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Haven't had the pleasure of testing the BMW, sorry

[@alithejumbo]

@@MrDrakenhoff OK

[@veeraraghavansafety]

I have seen videos of the bike hitting past 231 kmph...217 is way to less.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

veeraraghavan n well mine didn’t at all go faster 🤷‍♂️

[@maybe5883]

Good review, not a fan of the music playing over your voice.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Thanks, and fair enough :)

[@Elik00021]

hello sir, I'm a new subscriber :D :D :D ... I just want to know if I can ride that kind of motorcycle? my height is only 5ft tall, and can I know how to lowering it? without using lowering kits or adjusting the suspension cuz I read some comments about the hazards/disadvantage of using/doing of those method... thank you in advance

[@MrDrakenhoff]

eL kiyel tbh, im not quite sure. My best advice is go sin on one! 🤗

[@Elik00021]

@@MrDrakenhoff thanks

[@hitsgamingparadise5243]

What about bmw f900r??

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Hit's Gaming Paradise havent had the luxury of testing that yet

[@fokinellmate7468]

i'm considering selling my mt09sp and buy this kawa performance edition

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Alexandru Oros have you had the mt09sp for a long time? 🤔

[@fokinellmate7468]

@@MrDrakenhoff 2018

[@95RR400]

Liker videoen, men husk lyden. ta en passering med et kameraet på bakken. alle elsker lyden på en sykkel, men ta det med hvis sykkelen har en slip on eller en oppgradering

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

Are you a Bond villain?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

I might be, who knows?

[@ilbabbasur6380]

Can you change the riding modes while moving?

[@sutefunu687]

217 kph top speed. Hahahahah, this guy. You crazy...

[@MrDrakenhoff]

🤔🤔

[@MrTeppyboy]

@@MrDrakenhoff It can do ~250 kph bro

[@McTripleCheese]

@@MrTeppyboy I got mine up to 263!!! With a full system

[@brynjarberglund6166]

kan du lage en video av mc utsyret ditt?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

brynjar berglund tenker du på kjøreutstyret mitt? 🤗

[@brynjarberglund6166]

Mr.Drakenhoff ja

[@benja6597]

Hey

[@MrDrakenhoff]

hello there

[@MotorFolk]

HVORFOR?!? Er du så altfor flink til dette?!?

[@MrDrakenhoff]

Takkkkkkk 🥰

[@gabrieljohannson6777]

Just by a 1000. Your wasting time and money in 900.

[@MrDrakenhoff]

This guy need a “big boy bike” just because..? Do you have any reasoning behind your statement sir? 😉

[@roguewarr4662]

Ugly looking bike . I'm only speaking for the tens of thousands of us that rode the mythical venerable one and only 1975 Z1 900 Kawasaki . SAD the name plate is stuck on another Transformer looking bike ,that might have function but definitely not form .

[@MrDrakenhoff]

rogue warr i guess this looks a tad bit more modern 😂

[@roguewarr4662]

@@YodaDV8 Ya RIGHT. and everybody got one.