I haven't personally ridden the Z900 before. However, I have ridden the Z900 RS. To me, the Z900 (RS) felt a bit plain and generic. It's a gorgeous bike to look at with all its retro flare and all, but the riding experience felt a bit docile and tamed. I think the peak power of the Kawasaki is decent, but the linear power delivery and very muted exhaust sound made it all feel a bit dull and unexciting to me. Also, the suspension of the Z900 (RS) felt very budget with even a little "head shake" above 200 km/h. The Speed Triple 1050 I rode in this video had the Hyperpro rear shock and fork leg springs. That felt way better than the budget suspension of the Z900 (RS). The Triumph also has more grunt down low in the revs, and the three cylinder sound makes it a more "special" bike to ride than the generic in-line four of the Kawasaki. But don't take my word for it. You should really experience it yourself by riding both bikes back to back. A used Speed Triple 1050 is also quite a lot cheaper than a used Z900, so you should take that into consideration as well. Overall, I definitely don't think it's an "insane" idea to replace a Z900 with a Speed Triple 1050. If you like the Triumph, go for it!
@@jaffabaffa thanks! Very detailed answer! I love the sound of triple engine, the look of the bike is amazing. Of course, I’m a fan of the old stile double circled lights. Mu only doubt is about reliability and safety. I should buy a 15yrs old lady, without any assistance like traction control or even ABS. I’m now riding a 2020 z900, it is a modern and I do feel it like a great bike, but its personal character is not comparable the one of a speed triple.
@@albertodanioni6504 Hi. I am riding 2011 street triple 675r. I have been riding both street 765 and speed 1200. Speed was too big for me as I ride mostly through the city and new street is na amazing bike BUT I honestly love my rough street with no anti-hopping clutch, ABS and all of that electronic stuff. I am in love with the bike. It is a second for me as I totalled the previous one (typical "left turn"). I doubt I will ever change this bike for another one as my daily motorcycle. I will gladly answer aby questions on regard of this model if that interests you. Both motorcycles are pleasent to ride, quality is really good, to me its a reliable motorcycle. Ride what you like and not what seems newer or cooler. There are plenty of amazing motorcycles out there - new or older doesn't really matter. Enjoy it out there :)
