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Head to head

Aprilia Tuono 660 vs Kawasaki Z900

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Aprilia Tuono 660 and Kawasaki Z900 are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The Kawasaki Z900 undercuts the Aprilia Tuono 660 by about $1,100, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Kawasaki Z900 leads on power with 124 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Aprilia Tuono 660
Our pick
8.5

Aprilia

Aprilia Tuono 660
Kawasaki Z900
8.3

Kawasaki

Kawasaki Z900

The verdict

The Aprilia Tuono 660 edges it overall at 8.5/10, but the Kawasaki Z900 wins on most exciting, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Aprilia Tuono 660

A2-legal, 105 hp.

Most exciting

Kawasaki Z900

124 hp and 0.58 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Kawasaki Z900

Our 8.3/10 at $9,799, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Aprilia Tuono 660

183 kg with an 820 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Aprilia Tuono 660

Our top score in this matchup at 8.5/10.

Price & rating
Price$10,899$9,799
KickTheStand score8.5 / 108.3 / 10
Performance
Engine659cc twin948cc four
Power105 hp124 hp
Torque67 Nm98.6 Nm
Power-to-weight0.57 hp/kg0.58 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension41mm Kayaba USD fork41mm USD fork
Rear suspensionKayaba monoshock, adjustableHorizontal back-link monoshock
Front brakesDual 320mm discs, Brembo radial 4-pistonDual 300mm discs, radial 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle 220mm discSingle 250mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight183 kg212 kg
Seat height820 mm820 mm
Fuel capacity15 L17 L
Suitability
ClassNakedNaked
A2 licenceYesNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
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Aprilia Tuono 660 vs Kawasaki Z900: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Aprilia Tuono 660 or the Kawasaki Z900?

The Kawasaki Z900 makes the most power at 124 hp and 98.6 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Aprilia Tuono 660 or the Kawasaki Z900?

The Kawasaki Z900 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $9,799.

Which is lighter, the Aprilia Tuono 660 or the Kawasaki Z900?

The Aprilia Tuono 660 is the lightest at 183 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Aprilia Tuono 660 or the Kawasaki Z900?

For a new rider we'd point to the Aprilia Tuono 660: A2-legal, 105 hp and 183 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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