Naked · 2026
Expressway-LegalKawasaki Z900 2026 Philippines
₱479,520
50
Expressway Score
948
cc Displacement
125
hp Power
20
km/L Fuel Eff.
Expressway Score
50/100FAIR
Score Breakdown
Overview
The Kawasaki Z900 is the Japanese brand's flagship naked bike, delivering 125 hp from a refined 948cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine. Positioned in the near-liter-class segment, the Kawasaki Z900 price Philippines is ₱479,520 — making it one of the best value-for-power motorcycles available in the PH market. The Sugomi-inspired aggressive design turns heads, while the upright riding position keeps it practical for daily use. Key features include traction control, assist and slipper clutch, and a large 17-liter fuel tank for long-range expressway touring. It is the sweet spot between middleweight practicality and liter-bike performance, ideal for experienced riders who want serious power without the impracticality of a supersport. With 948cc displacement, the Z900 is fully expressway-legal in the Philippines.
Expressway Driving Review
The Z900 eats expressways for breakfast. The 125 hp inline-four provides effortless overtaking at any speed — rolling from 80 to 140 km/h takes mere seconds with a blip of the throttle. At 100 km/h cruising speed, the engine sits at approximately 5,500 rpm with minimal vibration, delivering the signature inline-four smoothness that single-cylinder and twin-cylinder bikes cannot match. The 17-liter fuel tank gives approximately 340 km of highway range at 20 km/L, enough for a Balintawak to Rosario round trip without refueling. Traction control adds a meaningful safety net in wet conditions on rain-soaked SLEX or Skyway surfaces. The naked-bike upright riding position is comfortable for 1-2 hour stints, and the 795mm seat height is manageable for most Filipino riders. However, the total lack of wind protection becomes genuinely fatiguing on longer runs like the full NLEX-SCTEX-TPLEX corridor to Baguio — consider adding an aftermarket flyscreen. Stability at high speeds is excellent thanks to the rigid steel trellis frame and wide 180-section rear tire. Compared to the Yamaha MT-09 and Ducati Monster, the Z900 offers the most displacement and smoothest engine in its price range.
Safety & Electronics
Kawasaki Z900 2026 Price & Variants
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| Z900 Standard | ₱479,520 |
All expressway-legal motorcycles (400cc+) are classified as Class 1 for toll purposes — same rate as cars.
Specifications
- Displacement
- 948 cc
- Power
- 125 hp @ 9,500 rpm
- Torque
- 98 Nm @ 7,700 rpm
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual
- Fuel Tank
- 17L
- Seat Height
- 795 mm
- Kerb Weight
- 210 kg
- Top Speed
- 240 km/h
Fuel Efficiency
20
km/L Estimated
340
km Range (full tank)
Pros & Cons for Expressway Riding
Pros
- ✓125 hp — powerful but manageable for experienced riders
- ✓Large 17L fuel tank provides 340km expressway range
- ✓Traction control standard for wet-weather expressway safety
- ✓Comfortable upright riding position for daily use
- ✓Excellent value: most hp per peso in its class
- ✓Smooth inline-four engine with minimal highway vibration
- ✓Assist and slipper clutch for smooth downshifts at toll plazas
Cons
- ✗No wind protection — aftermarket flyscreen recommended for expressway use
- ✗No cruise control for long highway stretches
- ✗No quickshifter on standard model
- ✗210kg kerb weight is heavier than European rivals like the MT-09
- ✗No riding modes to adjust throttle response
- ✗Fuel consumption (20 km/L) is higher than middleweight alternatives
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