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Honda CB650R vs Kawasaki Z 900 — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Honda CB650R and the Kawasaki Z 900: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
The Honda CB650R is 12% cheaper than the Kawasaki Z 900 (MAD 109,900 vs MAD 124,900).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Honda CB650R | Kawasaki Z 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Honda | Kawasaki |
| Body | naked | naked |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual |
| Power | 95 ch | 125 ch |
| Consumption | 5.6 L/100 km | 5.5 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 109,900 | MAD 124,900 |
| Top trim price | MAD 109,900 | MAD 134,900 |
Pros and watch-outs
Honda CB650R
Pros
- In-line 4-cylinder — signature sound, unique under 110k MAD
- E-Clutch transmission — no manual clutch lever, 2024 innovation
- Honda Maroc / Optorg 8-dealer network (densest in Morocco)
- Legendary Honda reliability — typically 100,000+ km without trouble
- 5" colour TFT + Honda RoadSync (Maps + calls)
Watch-outs
- Not A2-compatible (95 hp >> 47.5 hp limit)
- MT-09 at 134k MAD has 25% more power for just 25k MAD extra
- Suspension not compression-adjustable
Kawasaki Z 900
Pros
- 948cc 4-cylinder in-line — signature 4-cyl sound, unique under 130k MAD
- Sugomi design — most recognisable naked in middleweight+ segment
- Adjustable KYB suspension + radial Nissin 4-piston brakes
- 4 ride modes + standard KTRC traction control
- Premium Motors Maroc 6-point network (Casa, Rabat, Tanger, Marrakech, Agadir)
Watch-outs
- 212 kg dry — 19 kg heavier than MT-09 (193 kg)
- No standard 6-axis IMU (option +8k MAD)
- Not A2-compatible — 125 hp >> 47.5 hp limit
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Frequently asked — Honda CB650R vs Kawasaki Z 900
Honda CB650R or Kawasaki Z 900: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the Honda CB650R (entry MAD 109,900). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Honda CB650R and the Kawasaki Z 900?
The Honda CB650R starts at MAD 109,900 versus MAD 124,900 for the Kawasaki Z 900, a 12% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Honda CB650R and Kawasaki Z 900 be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.