Honda CB1000 Hornet vs Kawasaki Z900
Honda CB1000 Hornet vs Kawasaki Z900 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2025.
Key differences
- More power: Honda CB1000 Hornet (112 vs 91 kW)
- Lower seat: Honda CB1000 Hornet (810 vs 830 mm)
| Specs | Honda CB1000 Hornet | Kawasaki Z900 |
|---|---|---|
| Years | since 2025 | since 2025 |
| Type | Naked | Naked |
| Licence | A only | A only |
| Engine | 1000 cm³, 4 cyl. | 948 cm³, 4 cyl. |
| Power | 111.6 kW / 152 hp | 91.2 kW / 124 hp |
| Weight | 211 kg (with fluids) | 213 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 830 mm |
| ABS | ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | 17 l | 17 l |
| Fuel use | 6 l/100 km | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 250 km | 260 km |
| New price (official list, DE) | £8,700 - £10,300 | - |
| Used price (estimate) | £7,800 - £8,400 | £6,600 - £7,100 |
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Honda CB1000 Hornet: Weak points
- High insurance cost
Kawasaki Z900: Weak points
- Snatchy throttle at low speed
- Little wind protection
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Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.