Ducati Panigale V4 R vs Kawasaki Z900 Rs Cafe Racer - Which is Better?
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Ducati Panigale V4 R vs Kawasaki Z900 RS Cafe Racer

Choosing between the Ducati Panigale V4 R vs Kawasaki Z900 RS Cafe Racer? BikeJunction is here to help! The Panigale V4 R starts at ₹ 76.55 Lakh, while the Z900 RS Cafe Racer is priced at ₹ 11.81 Lakh (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the Panigale V4 R offers 111.3 Nm @ 12000 rpm torque. The Z900 RS Cafe Racer gives 98.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from Panigale V4 R colour options for the 1. you will get a more extensive comparison of Ducati Panigale V4 R and Kawasaki Z900 RS Cafe Racer, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

Ducati Panigale V4 R vs Kawasaki Z900 RS Cafe Racer Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsPanigale V4 RZ900 RS Cafe Racer
Price₹ 76.55 Lakh₹ 11.81 Lakh
Displacement998 cc948 cc
Power215 bhp @ 15500 rpm111 HP @ 8500 rpm
Mileage12.5 kmpl18.86 kmpl
Top Speed299 km/h195 km/h
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Engine
Max Power
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Highest power the engine/motor can produce.

215 bhp @ 15500 rpm 111 HP @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
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The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.

111.3 Nm @ 12000 rpm 98.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Battery TypeLithium-ion Maintenance Free
Compression Ratio
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Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.

14.0:1 11.8:1
Cooling System
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Method used to prevent engine overheating.

Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Emission Type
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Pollution level compliance of the engine.

BS6 Phase 2 BS6
Engine Type
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Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.

Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, counter-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromic timing, 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled Liquid Cooled , 4 Cylinder, 4 Valve
Motor Type
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The type of motor used in bikes.

N/A N/A
Power Modes
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Different performance settings in a two-wheeler.

N/A N/A
Displacement
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Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.

998 948
Bore
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Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.

81 mm73 mm
Mileage City
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Distance a two-wheeler covers per liter/charge in city.

N/A 18 Km
Range
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The maximum distance an electric two-wheeler can travel on a full charge.

212 KmN/A
Stroke
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Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.

48 mm56 mm
Speed
Top Speed299 Km/h195 Km/h
Tyres & Wheels
Tyre SizeFront : 120/70 - ZR17, Rear : 200/60 - ZR17 Front : 120/70 - ZR17, Rear : 180/55 - ZR17
Wheel SizeFront : 17 inch, Rear : 17 inch Front : 431.8 mm, Rear: 431.8 mm
Wheels TypeAlloy Alloy
Tubeless Tyre
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A tyre without an inner tube, reducing puncture risks and maintaining air longer.

Tubeless Tubeless
Ignition
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The system that starts the engine, usually via a key, button, or smart start.

CDI Digital
Tyre BrandN/A N/A
Wheelbase
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The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.

1471 mm1420 mm
Front Tyre Pressure Rider33 psi36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure Rider And Pillion30 psi36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure RiderN/A 42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure Rider And PillionN/A 42 psi
Brakes
Rear BrakeDisc, 2-piston calliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO Disc
Abs
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(Anti-locking Braking System) Prevents wheel locking during hard braking, improving control and safety.

Dual Channel ABS N/A
Front BrakeSemi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema® (M4.30) 4-piston callipers with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO. Self ble Disc
Braking TypeN/A Dual Channel ABS
Ebs
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(Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) This electronic system uses the engine’s resistance to slow down the bike smoothly, reducing excessive brake usage and improving control.

N/A N/A
Front Brake Diameter330 mm300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter245 mm250 mm
Fuel
Fuel SupplyFuel Injection Fuel Injection
Fuel TypePetrol N/A
Fuel Reserve4 L2 L
Body
Body Type
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The overall design and shape of the bike (e.g., cruiser, sports, scooter).

Super Bike Cafe Racer
Drive Type
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How power is sent to the wheels (e.g., chain, belt, shaft).

Chain Drive Sealed Chain
Frame
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The main structure holding the bike together.

e Aluminum alloy “Front Frame with optimized stiffnesses Trellis, high tensile steel
Water Proof Rating
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The rating which signifies, how well the bike resists water exposure.

N/A N/A
Additional Storage
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Extra space for carrying items.

N/A N/A
Dry Weight
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Bike’s weight without fuel and fluids.

172 KgN/A
Ground Clearance
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Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.

135 mm130 mm
Height1180 mm1190 mm
Kerb Weight
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Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.

193 Kg212 Kg
Length2105 mm2100 mm
Passenger Backrest
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A support accessory for the passenger’s back.

N/A N/A
Passenger Footrest
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A component which support foots of the passenger.

N/A Yes
Seat Height
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Distance from the ground to the seat.

850 mm802 mm
Total Weight
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Maximum weight the bike can carry, including riders and luggage.

193 KgN/A
Width805 mm845 mm
Electrical Accessories
Mobile Connectivity
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A feature to connect your phone to the two-wheeler's system.

Yes N/A
Usb Charging Port
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A USB slot to charge devices like phones.

N/A N/A
Switches & Controls
Riding Modes
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Different settings (e.g., Sport, Eco, Rain) that adjust performance and power delivery.

Race A, Race B, Sport and Street N/A
Starting
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The method to start the bike (e.g., electric start, kick start, or both).

Electric Start Electric Start
Meter
Display
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A screen that shows important riding information like speed, fuel, and trip details.

LED N/A
Fuel Gauge
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Indicates the current fuel level in the tank.

Digital Yes
Instrument Console
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The main dashboard displaying speed, fuel, engine stats, and warnings.

Digital N/A
Odometer
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Measures and records the total distance the bike has traveled since new.

Digital Digital
Speedometer
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Displays the current speed of the bike in km/h or mph.

Digital Analogue
Tripmeter
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Tracks specific trip distances separately from the odometer, useful for measuring short rides.

Digital Digital
TechometerDigital N/A
Distance To Empty Indicator
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Estimates how far you can ride before the fuel runs out.

Yes N/A
Service Due Indicator
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Reminds when the next bike servicing or maintenance is needed.

Yes N/A
Clutch & Gear
Clutch
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A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.

Assist And Slipper Clutch Wet Multi-Disc
Gear Box6 speed 1 Down 5 Up
Transmission
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The entire system that transfers engine power to the wheels (includes clutch and gearbox).

Manual 6 Speed Manual
Lights
Turn Signal Lamp
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Flashing lights on a two-wheeler that indicate the rider's turning or lane-changing direction.

LED Yes
Led Tail Light
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Energy-efficient, bright rear light.

Yes N/A
Battery
Battery Capacity
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Total energy the battery can store.

12.8V - 4Ah N/A
Charging Time Zero HundredN/A N/A
Charging Time Zero EightyN/A N/A
Fast Charging Time
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Time for quick battery charging.

N/A N/A
No Of BatteriesN/A N/A
Shockers
Suspension FrontFully Adjustable 43mm Öhlins NPX 25/30 Pressurized Fork with TiN Treatment ø41 mm inverted fork with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/120 mm
Suspension RearFully Adjustable Ohlins TTX 36 Unit with Hydraulic Spring Preload Adjuster Horizontal Back-link with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/140 mm
Seat
Seat Type
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The design of the seat that affects comfort and seating position.

N/A N/A
Stepup SeatN/A Yes
Others
Additional FeaturesN/A K-CARE, KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control), Integrated Riding Modes (Sport, Road, Rain)
Music Control
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A feature that lets you play, pause, or change music via the two-wheeler's console or connected device.

N/A N/A
Motor Ip Rating
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A rating which indicates how well the motor is protected against dust and water.

N/A N/A
Navigation
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A feature that provides turn-by-turn directions on the two-wheeler display or connected device.

Yes N/A
Mobile Application
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A companion app to monitor bike stats, location, and settings.

N/A Yes

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