Kawasaki Z900 SE vs Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Z900 SEstacks 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 Z900 SEMoto Guzzi V 1000 SP III
Model year20251991
Price
Engine948 cc948 cc
Horsepower71 hp
Weight213 kg
Fuel capacity5.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
TiresDunlop® Sportmax Q5A: 120/70 ZR17 58W / Dunlop® Sportmax Q5A: 180/55 ZR17 73W100/90-18 / 120/90-18

Kawasaki Z900 SE vs Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kawasaki Z900 SE and the Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Z900 SE brings its published horsepower in a 213 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: