Any news or rumors on the 2024 Z900?

[Chrisc]

I don't want a cruise control.
We have corners in the UK.😉

[zed9]

I don’t like electronic add-ons that I don’t need. The simpler the bike, the more reliable. I’d rather see factory ss braided brake lines, better calipers and better suspension. These are all the things I need and have improved some myself on my bike.
And of course, how about better tires from the factory.

[3alfa3]

I don't think that Z900 will have major update, 2020 was facelifting, new model is more likely (given 2017 was Year of release for Z900). Recently it had SE version and I think that is all for Z900 as we know it.

[broderp]

Originally Posted by 3alfa3

I don't think that Z900 will have major update, 2020 was facelifting, new model is more likely (given 2017 was Year of release for Z900). Recently it had SE version and I think that is all for Z900 as we know it.

What a gloomy outlook, but probably accurate.   

I see a lot of good input from many perspectives.   I don't race so for me ride comfort and electronic assists are key.  I hear that you must flog a MT-09 to get it to move, I like the low-end torque of the Z900 for fun spirited driving that doesn't have to be at redline. 

I'm not sure how much better the Z could look IMO, but a face lift with better LED headlights would be welcome, and yes, I forgot about Cruise control, but that won't happen until it goes to a TBW design.   

I am a Kawasaki fan, so far neither of my two bikes have ever let me down, ride well and are high quality built for the price.

Maybe I should start to look at the Z H2.....   

[Chrisc]

The zh2 is just far to heavy...
I also doubt if you would use more than 50% of its power on the road...
Love to hear the view of someone who has ridden it though

[broderp]

Originally Posted by Chrisc

The zh2 is just far to heavy...
I also doubt if you would use more than 50% of its power on the road...
Love to hear the view of someone who has ridden it though

It's only 59.5 lbs.     Just because you have the power behind the engine, doesn't mean you can't have it and enjoy it without racing it.  I don't come close to using the power on my Z900 as I am not an aggressive rider.   But the electrical bells and whistles including cruise and such to me would be a huge plus.   

[Chrisc]

Great idea...
Go and buy one tomorrow and let us know what it's like?? 👍

[kevperro]

I'm in the keep-it-simple category but I realize I'm not the target customer for new bikes.    But if it were up to me I'd like a bike with zero electronic gadgets, analog tach/speedo, and I'd spend the money on suspension improvements (two live legs in front, compression/rebound on both ends), better brakes, better headlight, and then I'd just focus on removing some weight and improving fit/finish details.   

The best bikes are the ones that get the details right.