Naked Motorcycles
2024Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance
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The 2024 Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance is a premium version of Kawasaki's popular Z900 naked bike. Its liquid-cooled 948cc inline four makes 125 hp at 9,500 rpm and 98.6 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. Upgraded suspension, ABS and a 17-litre tank make it a strong all-rounder.
- Capacity
- 948.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 212.1 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for spirited street riding and canyon carving, with premium Ohlins and Brembo componentry that rewards aggressive cornering.
- Built for
- An aggressive, high-performance naked bike that blends raw power with premium suspension and braking for a focused, adrenaline-driven ride.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders seeking long-distance comfort, wind protection, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 948.0 ccm
- Power
- 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM
- Torque
- 98.6 Nm (10.1 kgf-m) @ 7700 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5893 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 73.4 x 56.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with electronic advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Assist and Slipper Clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1455 mm
- Overall length
- 2070 mm
- Overall width
- 826 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Wet weight
- 212.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal Back-link, Öhlins S46 gas-charged shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.9°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Semi-floating Brembo discs with dual radial-mount, Brembo M4.32 monobloc, four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. petal-style disc with single-piston caliper.
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Spark Black/Candy Lime Green
- Warranty
- 12
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | 193 kg | 194 kg |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance?
The 2024 Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance has a Capacity of 948.0 ccm (57.85 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance have?
The 2024 Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance has a Power of 125.0 HP (91.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance have?
The 2024 Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance?
The 2024 Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance has a Torque of 98.6 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 72.7 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance weigh?
The 2024 Kawasaki Z900 SE Performance has a Wet weight of 212.1 kg (467.6 pounds).
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