Kawasaki Z900RS ABS vs Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Z900RS ABSstacks up against the Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKawasaki Z900RS ABSMoto Guzzi V 1000 SP III
Model year20261991
Price$12,899
Engine948 cc948 cc
Horsepower71 hp
Weight197 kg
Seat height836 mm
Fuel capacity17.0 L5.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain5-speed
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc
TiresDunlop® GPR-300F: 120/70-ZR17 (58W) / Dunlop® GPR-300: 180/55-ZR17 (73W)100/90-18 / 120/90-18

Kawasaki Z900RS ABS vs Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kawasaki Z900RS ABS and the Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Z900RS ABS brings its published horsepower in a 197 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III counters with 71 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: