Kawasaki Z H2 vs Yamaha MT-09
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Kawasaki Z H2 and the Yamaha MT-09 as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Kawasaki Motors (Phils.) Corporation and Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Kawasaki Motors (Phils.) Corporation (kawasaki-lifestyle.com), via kawasaki-lifestyle.com.
Kawasaki Z H2
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱950,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱26,800
Photo: Yamaha Motor Philippines, via yamaha-motor.com.ph.
Yamaha MT-09
SP variant
- SRP
- ₱799,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱22,540
How they differ
- The Yamaha MT-09 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱799,000, which is ₱151,000 (16%) below the Kawasaki Z H2 at ₱950,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the MT-09 is estimated at ₱22,540 a month against ₱26,800 for the Z H2, a difference of ₱4,260 a month.
- The Z H2 makes more power (200 PS against 119 PS for the MT-09).
- The Z H2 has more torque (137 Nm against 93 Nm for the MT-09).
- The Z H2 has the larger engine (998 cc against 890 cc for the MT-09).
- The Z H2 is the heavier bike (240 kg against 194 kg for the MT-09).
- The Z H2 carries more fuel (19 L against 14 L for the MT-09).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Kawasaki Z H2Standard, ₱950,000 | Yamaha MT-09SP, ₱799,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, in-line, 3-cylinder |
| Displacement (differs) | 998 cc | 890 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 200 PS | 119 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 11,000 rpm | 10,000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 137 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 8500 | 7000 rpm |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection | Fuel injection |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Starter (differs) | Electric | Electric starter |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 5+ |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 6-speed return dog-ring | Constant mesh, 6-speed |
| Final drive (differs) | Chain | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 2085 mm | 2090 mm |
| Width (differs) | 810 mm | 820 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1130 mm | 1145 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 1455 mm | 1430 mm |
| Seat height (differs) | 830 mm | 825 mm |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 240 kg | 194 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Fuel tank (differs) | 19 L | 14 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Telescopic fork, 43 mm | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Uni-Trak swingarm | Swingarm (link suspension) |
| Front brake (differs) | Dual discs, 320 mm | Hydraulic dual disc brake |
| Rear brake (differs) | Single disc, 260 mm | Hydraulic single disc brake |
| Front tyre (differs) | n/a | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless |
| Rear tyre (differs) | n/a | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) tubeless |
| Frame (differs) | Trellis, high-tensile steel | Diamond |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS (KIBS, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System) | ABS |
| Traction control (differs) | Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC (3-mode)) | Traction Control System |
| Features | ||
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Smartphone connectivity | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | Smart Key System |
| Other features (differs) | Kawasaki Quick Shifter, electronic cruise control, power modes, IMU, assist and slipper clutch, launch control, supercharged engine | D-MODE, YCC-T electronic throttle |
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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.