KTM RC 990 R vs Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM RC 990 Rstacks up against the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | KTM RC 990 R | Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $13,949 | $13,299 |
| Engine | 947 cc | 948 cc |
| Weight | 184 kg | 199 kg |
| Seat height | 845 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.0 L | 17.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 6 speed, Chain | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Dual Disc | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | Michelin® 120/70 R17 / Michelin® 180/55 R17 | Dunlop® GPR-300F: 120/70-ZR17 (58W) / Dunlop® GPR-300: 180/55-ZR17 (73W) |
KTM RC 990 R vs Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS — which should you buy?
Picking between the KTM RC 990 R and the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM RC 990 R brings its published horsepower in a 184 kg package, while the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS counters with its own power figure at 199 kg. On price, the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS has the lower MSRP.
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: