Z900 vs Z900RS test ride review

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  • @antonytony33
    @antonytony33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I have ridden both bikes and i can say that.....
    Z900 (2020)
    1. Z900 has a stiffer suspension so it is better for going up on mountains or changing direction in the highway.
    2. Z900 has better throttle response, it is smoother than the RS.
    3. Z900 has a lower seat so it is easier to handle in traffic.
    4. Z900 has a narrower handlebar and mirrors so it is easier to pass between cars in traffic.
    5. Because of the stiffer suspension Z900 is more stable at high speeds.
    6. I liked the Z900 sound better cause you cannot hear the filter intake sound so much and that is better in my opinion.
    7. The 2020 Z900 model has more electronics to offer, such as multiple maps, and a way better dash.
    Z900RS (2018)
    1. Z900RS is more comfortable in a bumpy road because of the softer suspension.
    2. Z900RS is more comfortable around town because of the more upright handlebar and seating position.
    3. Z900RS has a more comfortable seat for both the rider and the pillion.
    4. Z900RS has more torque down low than the Z900 but not so much in the upper revs,
    whatever that means.
    Both are great bikes though

  • @bigpapa8152
    @bigpapa8152 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    The excitement of the guys made this for me. Old enough to know the RS heritage and smart enough to really appreciate it. Great job guys.

  • @reginaldmarcial6071
    @reginaldmarcial6071 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    The RS is just pure beauty.

  • @infectedplus1
    @infectedplus1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    This video inspired me to go and grab Z900 RS which I've bought one week ago :)

    • @brianyoung4863
      @brianyoung4863 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How do you like it

    • @infectedplus1
      @infectedplus1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@brianyoung4863 it was a great choice compared to the sport one. Love riding and looking at it, makes people want to talk to me about their first Z or how cool it is, the police gives me a thumbs up. It's a special motorbike and I'll do whatever I can to hold it forever as my 2nd bike cause now I'm looking the turbo one.

    • @MrPepper312
      @MrPepper312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      check out the cafe also.

    • @crisaraya2558
      @crisaraya2558 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ill pickup mine tomorrow !

  • @whittlad
    @whittlad 6 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I recently demo'd the Z900RS and within a minute I could tell it was something special. The power delivery is great, the suspension is great, the torque is great, the seat is great, the brakes are great and it sounds great. Bit of a boring appraisal but if you try the bike you'll soon see why it's so special.

    • @AussieKawiman
      @AussieKawiman 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Too right Neill,all it takes is one test ride and you are hooked 👍👍🇦🇺

    • @Pabloman333
      @Pabloman333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I did a demo day and got off the Z9RS and onto the Z9. The first thing I noticed was how much more responsive everything was on the Z9. Hooligan, but I liked the RS more.
      I rode the Z900RS 3 times and the Z900 twice. If I were to buy, it would be the Z900RS for the reasons you stated.

    • @Pabloman333
      @Pabloman333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh! And how could I forget, the sound of the Z900RS?! It sounded much better than every other bike at the demo!

  • @gm16v149
    @gm16v149 6 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I bought my RS two months ago, and like you, I love it! I’ve done 4,000 kms so far and the seat does get softer over time, it was a bit hard when I bought it. I’ve got a HD 1200 Sportster I’ve owned for 25 years, never thought about buying another bike until I saw the Z900RS and I was sold right away. Kawasaki know their buyer and they’ve got a winner with this one, in fact they are in short supply in some overseas markets.
    I thought maybe they should have had twin shocks and four into fours, but since buying it I’ve changed my mind, this bike is perfect in my books.

    • @WojciechKalka
      @WojciechKalka 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Except it has no sound it is close to perfect ..

    • @miketaylor6984
      @miketaylor6984 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Too funny. I have a an 06 883c. As a commuter its a piss. And when i think of an upgrade from Harley, Indian or Triumph your talkin 15, 16k for what i would want. I see this, i would just add a windscreen and roll. I really want this bike.

    • @yonniboy1
      @yonniboy1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Kawasaki have done a great job to have it so much like the Z1 but IMO done the right thing by not replicating the old suspension and exhaust system.

    • @bigpapa8152
      @bigpapa8152 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      How do you find the engine compared to the HD, torque wise?

    • @k.c.perumalchinnasamy9705
      @k.c.perumalchinnasamy9705 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's nice, how old are you?

  • @Robdawwgy
    @Robdawwgy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Just hit 16,000km on my Z900 this morning ... had it since August. Man I love that machine.

    • @mickeypopa
      @mickeypopa 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Let me guess - you ride every morning to a grocery shop 90km away and back?
      Because that's the only way you can hit 16,000km in 3 months... lol

    • @niclasnielsen5131
      @niclasnielsen5131 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@mickeypopado the math... "Since august" and he wrote it in July :) Which means he's had it for a good 11 months friend.

    • @mickeypopa
      @mickeypopa 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@niclasnielsen5131
      Like I give a fuck. He should've said august last year then, so I don't have to check when he wrote the comment and do the fucking "math".

    • @MrBadApple999
      @MrBadApple999 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any reliability issues?

    • @Uber1Noob
      @Uber1Noob 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just bought mine. Days feel like weeks waiting for spring....

  • @xclent1975
    @xclent1975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the best review of the Z900rs on TH-cam imo

  • @SuperSportler43
    @SuperSportler43 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When I saw the RS, I fell in love instantly. I immediately sold my Ninja ZX6R, which I had owned for 9 years, and bought this beautiful RS in Metallic Dark Green. I always dreamed of the Honda Hornet PC36 and Z1000 in my youth, and now the Kawasaki has simply merged them together. I am absolutely satisfied with the RS, and I can confirm everything the guys in the video said. By the way, I'm only 36 years old.

  • @jeffreyponting9524
    @jeffreyponting9524 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The z900rs is the bomb. I have ridden many different bikes, including Harley. The z900rs gives you a great relatively cheap bike with ABS, and traction control in a 470 lb 110 hp package. This bike is hard to beat as a bar hopper or a cross country cruiser. I will keep it as long as I ride. Small cc around town bikes, and big cruisers msy come and go but I will always have fun on this bike.

  • @TrustyZ900
    @TrustyZ900 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Late response. I bought a' 22 Z900 in February. Love this bike. In May of '22, I bought a new Z900RS. Powerwise, the Z is a equal to the RS from the bottom to midrange. The Z then takes over. The RS is much more comfortable, Fit and finish of both is superb. The sound the RS emits stock is wonderful. The gear whine of the Z is mesmerizing. Can't fault either. Both powerful and dependable. Buy one or the other. You'll be elated.

  • @paulbarnes6124
    @paulbarnes6124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Love looks of 900rs .Think a centre stand and real front mudguard should be standard fittings. Amazing how reviewers don't noticed these helpful items

    • @freenational
      @freenational 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, a center stand would be useful for maintaining the chain and the front fender should be lower at the rear to protect the chrome pipes from being bombarded with road sand.

    • @xclent1975
      @xclent1975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are all accessories by Kawi and other aftermarket mfg $$$

  • @yonniboy1
    @yonniboy1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Kawasaki have nailed it with the 900RS, at a local bike show last year they had the 900RS on a podium alongside the 1972 Z1, both in the same brown and burnt orange design and it showed what a fantastic job Kawasaki have done to have the RS mimic the Z1 but while still bringing the RS into the 21st century.

  • @neilreid2298
    @neilreid2298 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I remember when they first came out. My friend Reno traded me for my van for a few days way back when they first came out. Incredible machine then, would love to try one now. This bike brings nothing but fantastic memories back for me.

  • @davescott1491
    @davescott1491 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great review boys. I had a brand new KZ 900 in my youth. It pretty much dominated from a power and cool point of view, however, handled unpredictability in the corners at times. But a real blast for my girlfriend (now my wife and a grandmother, lol) and me! We put many long hours on the bike in shorts a muscle shirt and halter top. May have to buy this one for some short rides down memory lane…and to wax it once again in the driveway!

  • @bradfigiel2203
    @bradfigiel2203 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Excellent reviews. I have the z900rs cafe and on a ride the other day was actually giggling in my helmet without realizing it. The ride is so awesome that it's like being on a magic carpet going down the road. The power is so linear up to redline it's like a locomotive. The only negative is with the amount of air coming of the fairing you have to dress wisely or become a parachute.

  • @markc7842
    @markc7842 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Great review, I upgraded my 2014 Tuono to Z900RS after it left me once too many times at traffic lights due to over heating.
    What I can said about the Z900rs is , it's designed by riders for riders whereas Aprilia Tuono was designed by marketing department who doesn't know shit about bike, even can't get the fuel tank right, always overflow because no air flow, stupid designers.

  • @stevekostakis2983
    @stevekostakis2983 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Made up my mind - Z900 RS - Sheer beauty and class.

  • @brianwest5348
    @brianwest5348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I demo rode the z900rs and i couldn't stop smiling! The torque and the exhaust note were awesome. I own a Versys 1000, which i love and has plenty of power for me, but not quite as exciting as the zed! I loved my VFR 800 also, but i think i liked riding the zed better. Fun bike.

  • @EddyForero07
    @EddyForero07 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The RS is the clear winner here. what a beautiful machine. I love these guys emotion and excitement while describing it.

  • @keithsada1380
    @keithsada1380 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm glad that they went with a 4 into 1 exhaust on the RS. I think 4 into 4 is ugly. And so did everyone in the 70s. Just about everybody dumped their 4 into 4 and went with a 4 into 1 Kerker. I have the cafe version and I love it. All I did was put 20mm bar risers on it and it made it perfect for me.

  • @_s_a_
    @_s_a_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great review. I wanted to buy the Honda CB1000R, but you guys talked me into going for my second choice - the Z900RS.

    • @ronjones-6977
      @ronjones-6977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You won't regret it at all. Got a 2020 3 months ago and love it. Feels like I'm 16 and riding my '75 Z1b again, but with more power. I haven't gone for a ride yet without someone giving it a compliment. Just gorgeous.

  • @salsamancer
    @salsamancer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was born in 84, have zero nostalgia for the Z1. But the RS is an undeniably beautiful machine, I will have one someday

  • @stevengieseck635
    @stevengieseck635 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for the review. Awesome. I grew up on an H1 1969. Then progressed to the H2 and Z900. Awesome bikes. When I was older I rode a FLH for 10 years. I am considering a 900 RS but wonder if it will be comfortable.

  • @yourhandyman
    @yourhandyman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review. Still remember when the Z1 came out. Think the RS will be my next bike.

  • @peterkrajnc3213
    @peterkrajnc3213 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    One - maybe the best video/review i´ve ever seen (espacially for the Kawasaki Z900 RS). Thank you so much. I bought the green version of the Z 900 RS about 2 months ago and i agree in every point you mentioned you guys said in this video. i have testet the BMW R1200R, Kawa Z1000, Z900, Suzuki SV650, Honda CB650F and all Triumphs and personally i found my first Bike (i am 46 years old and got the A License since 2 months). This Bike has got so much character (nothing annoying) and spent responsibility - awesome. To ride this bike is a pleasure. And yes I love the Retro Style - The Z 900 RS is a true Retro with modern stuff - superb. THX to 6Tdegress-Team! Greetings from Germany - Peter

  • @sugarnads
    @sugarnads 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Got my Z900 a couple weeks ago. Love it.
    Just love it.

  • @NEGIvaibhav
    @NEGIvaibhav 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    nice videos,can see ur channel crossing 1million plus subscriber soon,the quality,editing,shots and information provided is good and right from personal experience ,no bull shit ,nice stuff,
    keep it up man

  • @ianriggs
    @ianriggs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That was a great review. One of the best I've seen comparing these two bikes. I have an '18 z900 just like the one in this video and I love it. Haven't ridden the rs yet

    • @regiesantos1410
      @regiesantos1410 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any recentment felt about the Z900? Just asking..

  • @donjuliobro
    @donjuliobro 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    My z900rs is my most favorite bike I have ever had and I’ve had a 6 of them from race bikes to Harley’s

    • @photographerjonathan
      @photographerjonathan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      do you still have it ?

    • @donjuliobro
      @donjuliobro 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@photographerjonathan I do! Still as excellent as the day I bought it

  • @onerider808
    @onerider808 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review; thanks. I used to have a 78 KayZee1000A2, and am so pumped to ride my new Zee900rs up and down canyons, passes, and mountain roads of the American West.

  • @montycrain5783
    @montycrain5783 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A Root Beer and Orange Z-1 was the first Bike I ever loved. Starting in 1st grade through 3rd I saw the same one as the School Bus stopped at the house every day twice a day. All that said I believe the new one is Prettier and It has a additional 20 hp.

  • @SureshKumar-xy8zn
    @SureshKumar-xy8zn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have not been a big fan of inline 4s, finding it hard work and scary. Much prefer Parallel and V twins. Test rode a Z RS last year and was sold. Like you said, it is easy to ride and easy to ride fast. The suspension on bike makes it feel like riding a magic carpet, you can feel the bike hitting a bump but nothing tranfers the shock to your spine or behind. Unreal!

  • @marshallcollins8634
    @marshallcollins8634 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review thanks. I went down to Florida to pick up a Honda CB500X after a year of research/reviews because the bike I really wanted (Z900 RS ) was not coming to the us. And the morning after I got back home I got an E-mail that Kawasaki had decided to bring it in ARGGGGG. I just talked to a friends dad and I think to CB my be gone. That means I'm on the hunt for a Z900 RS . Then I'll have my 77 KZ650 ( BLUE)and a 900. One to show and one to ride.Thanks again for taking the time to put out a quality video.

    • @hillie47
      @hillie47 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm riding a CB500x now, found a great deal, it's a nice bike, but that z900rs is extremely appealing! And to be honest, the price is not bad at all in the US.

  • @malevox8196
    @malevox8196 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Muy bueno el test. Cada vez me gusta más la Z900 RS y algun dia me voy a dar el gusto.

  • @Mark........
    @Mark........ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Cool vid really like the retro revival at the mo rs900 xsr900, triumph and the like. just needs a tail tidy and bar end mirrors

  • @danilocapellan1316
    @danilocapellan1316 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kawasaki Z900RS. Is kicking assess, and for the price. 👍🏼

  • @xclent1975
    @xclent1975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just bought a 2022 Blue/gold throwback to the 1975 model love it

  • @AlfredoFettuccin
    @AlfredoFettuccin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bought the cafe beginning of this year love every km on it. Truly special.

  • @tomquinn607
    @tomquinn607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1st time I heard the Z900 was getting passed on the autobahn while in the Army in 1972. Then I owned a 74 Z900. Superb job on the retro. Everything the Z1 needed to be perfect.

  • @SickBikeDude
    @SickBikeDude 6 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I like the RS because its does everything you need a bike to do. Unless you’re a track fella.
    It doesn’t scream hipster douchebag and yet it doesn’t scream sport bike douchebag. To me it says “ i like to ride and take it easy, not here to brag or be pretentious. Just a normal bike, hop on”
    Great review guys.

    • @electroniccheeks
      @electroniccheeks 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jool
      Agreed the retro look is awesome.

    • @jmedic8373
      @jmedic8373 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have to have one

    • @LDrift
      @LDrift 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So I guess everyone else will look at you like a normal boring rider 'douchebag' if everyone had the same mentality as you.

    • @Ritalie
      @Ritalie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The only guys that are douchebags on motorcycles are the Harley riders, with their $50,000 motorcycles, who never wave or smile.

    • @SickBikeDude
      @SickBikeDude 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ldrift no dude lol, the bike is too modern looking to attract all the cringy DGR people. But not sporty enough to attract the full leather town riders either. So to me it’s just a normal middle ground bike for people that don’t go over board on the cringe/gay factor of dressing up for the ride. This is coming from a guy who has a sport bike.

  • @michaellong622
    @michaellong622 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love my RS. I went in and bought it some 5 months ago because it looked cool. Never read a thing about it. What luck. Fastest bike I have ever owned and smooth beyond compare if you do not mind it ripping your arms out if you are not ready for it. PS I am getting ready to change the pipes out headers and muffler with an Akrapovic system. I like the sound, but hate the huge catalytic converter under the engine. Adding a K&N air filter with a Booster Plug to keep it from running too lean. Also switched motor oil to Motul 300V Racing Oil. Let's see how it runs now! PS...Mine was only $11,300 USD out the door!

    • @stevengieseck635
      @stevengieseck635 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wonder if retuning it would help with a Dyno? I have rode Harley's in my adult life but grew up on a H1, H2 and a Z900.

    • @jeholloway2
      @jeholloway2 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will getting rid of the CC void the warranty? Will it cause a check engine light to illuminate? I would want to lose the CC too however haven’t the Kawasaki engineers tuned the engine to operate with the CC ?

  • @mikewho9964
    @mikewho9964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great and honest review . I would have liked to see the pillion chrome bar as i had on my original 93 Z900 but otherwise perfect

  • @bedevere007
    @bedevere007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome review. Love the 900rs

  • @jimmielittle877
    @jimmielittle877 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The RS is just awesome 🏍

  • @Ritalie
    @Ritalie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Kawasaki Z900RS seems to be one of the best motorcycles ever built. Judging by the comments and reviews. I'm worried about the naked front end having way too much wind? God dangit, this review is making me want to go buy one of these asap.

  • @keithdaniels1994
    @keithdaniels1994 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The last bike I had was a 76 KZ900. The engine was modified with a 1015 kit and a few other mods, needless to say power was no problem. But with the stock suspension it was a little harry. Sold it thirty years ago and regretted it ever since. The RS is pretty cool, makes me want to go ridding again. Just don't know how I'm going to explain the wheelies to the grand kids.

    • @AcerGamer1
      @AcerGamer1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Keith Daniels go for it man

  • @sugarnads
    @sugarnads 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My new Z900 just had its 1000km service.
    Love it.
    😁😁😁👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

  • @hfisch65
    @hfisch65 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I bought mine in Febuary and have to wait until the end of June to get one. In northern Germany the season ain't as long as where you guy's live... Nevertheless I saw it and fell in love ;-)

  • @MadDog-65
    @MadDog-65 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just clocked 220ks on mine it’s a brilliant bike to ride. Will be keeping it completely standard who knows maybe in 30 years it’ll be worth a penny like the original

  • @randypullman1155
    @randypullman1155 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's a great bike at the right time. 1st thing I'm doing is pulling off the painted parts and painting them jumbo metal flake green! Let the good times roll!

    • @randypullman1155
      @randypullman1155 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm still on the fence about black motors though. Eg th-cam.com/video/g7juTTbgGFw/w-d-xo.html

  • @DRChevalier
    @DRChevalier 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A pleasure to find your video review. Great job and thanks

  • @abedrum
    @abedrum 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hi good job on the review...really liked the details discussed in depth😎 it would be great if you guys can make a comparison between the Yamaha xsr900 Vs Kawasaki Z900rs that would be two great retro inspired bikes at a similar power output. Thanks looking forward to the comparison 😊

    • @6tdegrees
      @6tdegrees  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      abedrum just need to convince yamaha to allow us to use their XSR900 😉
      See what we can do 👍

    • @abedrum
      @abedrum 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      6Tdegrees looking forward to it ..thanks keep up the good work.😁

  • @JohnnyRebKy
    @JohnnyRebKy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    900RS or Cafe for me by a mile. I couldn't stand a crotch rocket riding position when I was 19 or now at 36 lol. And the sound of a Kawasaki inline 4 900 is legendary !

  • @hugemanisme
    @hugemanisme 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Most satisfying and detailed review:)

  • @harp440
    @harp440 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I owned a 75 Z1, in the early 80s....done to the nuts....they've done a great job!

  • @MrLuigiFercotti
    @MrLuigiFercotti 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Spent some time down in Aus many years ago on business, this makes me want to go back and do some riding there.

  • @1990-t1j
    @1990-t1j 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent review. The chrome bars are the only things I don't like on the RS. And the clocks.

  • @jerkywez1983
    @jerkywez1983 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Keep up the great reviews boys ;)

  • @Flip01
    @Flip01 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Geat review guys. I would have liked more riding with the sound of the bikes coming into play. How would you compare these bikes to the Yamaha mt09/xsr range? 🖒

    • @6tdegrees
      @6tdegrees  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Scotty P reply: Out of those 4 bikes the rs tops my list. I think the xsr is just an mt09 that's had a wardrobe change yet the rs is in a class of it's own being re designed from the ground up. But in saying that I'd really like to put the rs and xsr against each other one day

  • @OtisENGINEuity
    @OtisENGINEuity 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Z900RS, single most comfortable motorcycle I've sat on in my life. (and I'm 6'10 with short legs! ~2.08m)

    • @OtisENGINEuity
      @OtisENGINEuity 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh believe me I've sat on many that would take massive amounts of customization for me to fit. I'd actually love to start a video series doing just that and show people how it's done and that it can be done.. but I don't even have enough money to buy a coke so.. I'd have to get sponsors and tools and lots of stuff to be able to do it, then the bikes as well.. Highly expensive. That said I could still use some modifications for the Z900RS but for a while it could be ridden stock. I tend to sit right where that strap is so a flatter seat would be useful. The bars could be a little higher and a little wider and the levers for shifter and brake would need extended or replaced for my size 14.5-15 US shoes to fit.. The same goes with the older Ducati Hypermotard too. That thing had a nice flat (though nowhere near as comfy) seat that you can move back on to lessen the pressure on your hips and let your arms straighten out a bit. I need to go sit on a Ducati Scrambler and see how that feels.. You'd have to pay me to get me to sit on a Hinkley Scrambler though and no I'd never call it a Triumph.. It's not a Triumph it's a Hinkley just like AMF's aren't Harleys.

    • @OtisENGINEuity
      @OtisENGINEuity 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      well I have no job and haven't in 12 years so..

  • @runningnosejoe
    @runningnosejoe 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    yes big thumb up

  • @drfelixfarsider2346
    @drfelixfarsider2346 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice review on these 2 “booyks”

  • @mattf49006
    @mattf49006 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you folks got Z1s a year before we did in the states ?...i bought a brand new first year 1973 Z1900 in nov of 72 in southern calif..i was 16 and traded in a honda 750 and a CZ250 MXer...and a bit of cash...i was hooked

    • @02vector
      @02vector 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      mine was a 74 Z900B lots of fun back then with it

    • @sugarnads
      @sugarnads 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We generally get a LOT more power than the USA too 😁😁😁😂😂😂👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿❤️🇦🇺

  • @Coldestaevadoit
    @Coldestaevadoit 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Want one but already have a zrx1200 so hard to justify the purchase since they are so similar. I like the orange too

    • @bradfigiel2203
      @bradfigiel2203 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have the zrx 1100 and the 900rs cafe.b the look awesome side by side

  • @vivhamill30
    @vivhamill30 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow the RS rides as good as it looks

  • @alexdb77
    @alexdb77 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent Review!

  • @agungsurya6469
    @agungsurya6469 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Got my Z900 love it!!

  • @kevinroberts2395
    @kevinroberts2395 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Aesthetically, I don't like the front guard mounting brackets. Would look better if they mounted on the underside of the guard rather than on top. Having said that, I want one.

    • @kevinroberts2395
      @kevinroberts2395 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great review btw. :)

    • @darylnoble5711
      @darylnoble5711 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I replaced the plastic silver fender brackets with carbon fiber ones and it looks a lot cleaner

  • @chrisraines5634
    @chrisraines5634 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Holy crap you guys get a room. I have not seen such naked motorlust since the seventies. Some of the comments could be grounds for divorce. The retro one is very nice.

  • @stevenkerry3101
    @stevenkerry3101 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    iv'e had a z900 but at 6ft 4"the seat height is too low but the bike is brilliant .have not been on the rs .

  • @mikelee1923
    @mikelee1923 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoyed your review and have just subscribed, possibly the only bike to prise me from my beloved speedtriple.

  • @lcdubs7847
    @lcdubs7847 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review. I'm so torn. I love the RS, but I hate the extra money Kawi is asking for it.

  • @infectedplus1
    @infectedplus1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm sold guys. I got to get the RS!

  • @motomookie8032
    @motomookie8032 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    No power modes? Sold!! I want one!!

    • @MrLuigiFercotti
      @MrLuigiFercotti 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Having recently been dropped when on the brakes and my front wheel hit some shit pavement, I definitely want ABS now. Though if you need throttle/wheelie/traction control because your bike has so much power, maybe you should be riding something else.

  • @sathyabalakrishnan8729
    @sathyabalakrishnan8729 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good review, much appreciated. Thanks guys.

  • @mikemace2322
    @mikemace2322 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Get a kerker 4 into 1 exaust for the z9. My childhood dream bike..yes loud..72 bike was the king..better yet with the 4 into one.. KING!!!

  • @exothermal.sprocket
    @exothermal.sprocket 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect combo in the Z900:
    Put the RS forks on the base Z900.
    Put the RS subframe on the base Z900 and keep the Z900 LED tail light.
    Put a derivative of the ZX-9R headlights on the Z900 with the dual H4 beams.
    Put the Ninja1000 instrument display on the Z900.
    Done.

  • @TimBarwell
    @TimBarwell 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    i bought the z900rs to be honest mainly on the looks had to wait three months for delivery but worth waiting for. The most frustrating thing about this bike was staying under 4000 revs during the running in period the bike screams to be opened up and man does it ever open up. to me it was worth every penny it has it all never rode anything like it fantastic bike. Although 6'1" i bought the lower seat as its easier to reverse in and out of garages and parking spaces and i like the lower feel.

    • @waltermajors877
      @waltermajors877 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      would you recomend this bike to someone 6'2" and 300 lbs? i like the looks but i don't want to look like i am on a kids bike.

    • @therealslimshady4555
      @therealslimshady4555 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't need to run bikes in they get it before they leave the factory.

  • @JohnBrown2493
    @JohnBrown2493 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. Also liked hearing Yelawolf

  • @98champ1
    @98champ1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    dissapointed not to here the growl from the RS standered stainless exhaust that is mentioned

  • @threethrushes
    @threethrushes 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It will not be long until you guys are hitting 25k subs. Excellent in depth review.

    • @6tdegrees
      @6tdegrees  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gerhard Symons thank you so much 😊

  • @silviofontana3666
    @silviofontana3666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great review, as a much older rider, great to see the retro look back. Brake res is ugly, but they are all ugly

  • @nikhillokwani1392
    @nikhillokwani1392 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do a review on kawasaki z1000sx/Ninja 1000 thanks.

  • @DubiousGamingOnline
    @DubiousGamingOnline 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd be interested to see a comparison of the z900rs cafe vs the new W800 from Kawasaki.

    • @SureshKumar-xy8zn
      @SureshKumar-xy8zn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have the older (2011) W800 and the RS, just 2 different bikes and impossible to compare seriously. The newer W is more of a modern machine with different geometry (17" wheels) but still a parallel twin. You should ride both and then you'll know why they can't be compared.

  • @itsbeckon2017
    @itsbeckon2017 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm fighting a battle with myself whether I should get myself a Z900 or a Z900RS. I like the retro look of the RS, but I also like the modern electronics of the regular Z900

  • @larrydavis5246
    @larrydavis5246 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video and comments thanks guys

  • @billbarrett6285
    @billbarrett6285 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is your opinion of the Z900RS as a first bike for a beginner, 52 years old, 6'3" 215-220 average build? The other bike I'm considering is a Triumph T120.

  • @NewtonWashinton
    @NewtonWashinton 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    SO this was a talk about Z900RS

  • @topgun8683
    @topgun8683 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice review, I just purchased the 2016 Kawasaki Z1000, do they still make that for the Australian market, because they stopped making it for the American market ?

    • @6tdegrees
      @6tdegrees  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Thomas the Z1000 is still on the market here in Australia. Not much has changed for the Z1000 apart from the colour schemes.

  • @MrLoveglov
    @MrLoveglov 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    RS reminds me of Suzuki GSX 1400

  • @jerkywez1983
    @jerkywez1983 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any chance you guys could do a review on the Kawasaki z1000. I’m looking at getting one next year this time and would love your guys opinion on it :) hi from Gold Coast, QLD 🇦🇺

  • @Stclairm1
    @Stclairm1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Add an Akropovic header and you're done! What about the Euro4 compliance, does that detract from its performance? I dig the cafe version. Thanks for the review!

    • @michaellong622
      @michaellong622 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just going to do it! Muffler too!

  • @colinoz
    @colinoz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hmm. I'm torn between this and the Triumph Speed Twin. Maybe I can't get passed the 'Triumph' name and premium components. But this video might have sold me on the Z900RS..

  • @BigMoeFo
    @BigMoeFo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never responded, as they say in the old country you hit the ball out of the park. I rode the RS, I've got big feet...47. The toe of my boot wouldn't fit between the shifter and peg. The Kawi dealer was less then helpful. Hell of a bike though.. no matter what people say it's still a sports bike.

    • @jerryhumphrey5533
      @jerryhumphrey5533 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can adjust the shifter yourself. I bought riding boots and had the same problem. Dealer showed me how to adjust and it worked great after a couple of "shifting incidents" haha.

  • @kaneharry5966
    @kaneharry5966 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Could you blokes review a 2017 S1000r if the opportunity arises? Great channel!

    • @6tdegrees
      @6tdegrees  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kane harry see what we can do for you 👍

  • @Airamerica2012
    @Airamerica2012 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice bike too bad we cannot get the café model in the US ....

    • @blipco5
      @blipco5 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cafe model IS coming to the US but in very small numbers so if you want one hurry down to the dealer and expect to pay the max.

  • @vikram199
    @vikram199 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was juss waiting -ves for rs ..but guess what..noThing 😀...m like old school....n love the old school...n more importantly I love touring..n I think this is what I have been waiting for...

  • @sunnyvale4088
    @sunnyvale4088 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The only reason I would change exhaust on the rs is to keep the stock one mint. Probably as a centerpiece for the table

  • @khristoffersonalcachupas7536
    @khristoffersonalcachupas7536 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great...new subscriber from Philippines