Kawasaki Z e-1 vs KTM 790 Duke
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Kawasaki Z e-1 and the KTM 790 Duke as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Kawasaki Motors (Phils.) Corporation and Trimotors Technology Corporation (TTC). Last verified .
Photo: Kawasaki Motors (Phils.) Corporation (kawasaki-lifestyle.com), via kawasaki-lifestyle.com.
Kawasaki Z e-1
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱597,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱16,842
Photo: KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH, via ktm.com.
KTM 790 Duke
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱599,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱16,898
How they differ
- The Kawasaki Z e-1 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱597,000, which is ₱2,000 (0%) below the KTM 790 Duke at ₱599,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Z e-1 is estimated at ₱16,842 a month against ₱16,898 for the 790 Duke, a difference of ₱56 a month.
- The 790 Duke makes more power (104.4 PS against 12 PS for the Z e-1).
- The Z e-1 has the lower seat at 785 mm, 40 mm below the 790 Duke, which matters for shorter riders.
- They differ in powertrain: the Z e-1 has a battery-electric powertrain, the 790 Duke a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Kawasaki Z e-1Standard, ₱597,000 | KTM 790 DukeStandard, ₱599,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Electric motor, rated 5.0 kW | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin, liquid cooled |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 799 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 12 PS | 104.4 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | n/a | 87 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 8000 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Electronic fuel injection, Bosch EMS with RBW |
| Cooling (differs) | n/a | Liquid cooled |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 3.02 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | Lithium-ion battery pack (two removable packs) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 72 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | Not stated (approximate figure from Kawasaki) | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 9 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | 3.7 h per battery pack (0 to 100%) | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | 6-speed |
| Final drive (differs) | Chain | Chain (520 X-Ring) |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 1980 mm | n/a |
| Width (differs) | 730 mm | n/a |
| Height (differs) | 1035 mm | n/a |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
| Seat height (differs) | 785 mm | 825 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 170 mm | 186 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 135 kg | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 14 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Telescopic fork, 41 mm | WP APEX 43, 140 mm travel |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | WP APEX - Monoshock, 150 mm travel |
| Front brake (differs) | Single disc, 290 mm, Dual-piston | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper, 300 mm disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Single disc, 220 mm, Dual-piston | 2 piston caliper, 240 mm disc |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | Cast aluminium wheels |
| Frame (differs) | n/a | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Smartphone connectivity | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Power modes, Ergo-Fit adjustable ergonomics | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.