BMW S 1000 XR 2021 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

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Overview - BMW S 1000 XR 2021 vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

The BMW S 1000 XR 2021 and the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 are both sport touring motorcycles that offer a combination of sporty performance and touring comfort.

In terms of engine specifications, the BMW S 1000 XR has a more powerful engine with 165 HP compared to the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX's 142 HP. The BMW also has higher torque at 114 Nm compared to the Kawasaki's 111 Nm. Both motorcycles have inline four-cylinder engines with a displacement of around 1000cc.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The BMW has a slightly longer travel distance at 150 mm compared to the Kawasaki's 120 mm at the front and 150 mm compared to the Kawasaki's 144 mm at the rear. Both motorcycles offer adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for the suspension.

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles feature double disk brakes at the front. However, the BMW has larger diameter disks at 320 mm compared to the Kawasaki's 300 mm. The BMW also features radial technology for its front brakes, while the Kawasaki has radial, monoblock, and petal technology.

BMW S 1000 XR 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2021

Both motorcycles come equipped with advanced rider assistance systems. The BMW offers electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The Kawasaki offers ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1552 mm compared to the Kawasaki's 1440 mm. The seat height of the BMW is also slightly higher at 840 mm compared to the Kawasaki's 834.98 mm. The BMW is slightly lighter with a kerb weight of 226 kg compared to the Kawasaki's 235 kg. Both motorcycles have a similar fuel tank capacity, with the BMW at 20 liters and the Kawasaki at 19 liters.

Both motorcycles come equipped with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen.

In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 XR offers riding modes that allow for a change in response behavior suitable for practical use. It also has a great rev-happy four-cylinder engine with a broad usable rev band. The electronic chassis with automatic recognition of load condition provides a well-balanced vehicle, even with a pillion passenger. The BMW also has good brakes.

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX offers a silky four-cylinder engine and comfortable yet sporty ergonomics. It provides good wind protection and comes with a standard electronics package. The full fairing adds stability to the motorcycle, and it is very accessible.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW S 1000 XR has a slightly narrow knee angle on long tours, which may be uncomfortable for tall riders. The suspension damping is not sensitive enough, making it difficult to find a truly comfortable setup. Additionally, the BMW has a higher fuel consumption.

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX's engine requires higher revs to deliver its power, which may not be ideal for all riders. The electronics could also be more user-friendly, and the windshield can only be adjusted with two hands.

Overall, both the BMW S 1000 XR 2021 and the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 offer a combination of sporty performance and touring comfort. The BMW has a more powerful engine and better suspension travel, while the Kawasaki offers a comfortable riding position and good wind protection. The choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 XR 2021 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2021
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore80 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power165 HPEngine power142 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque114 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel144 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail116 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,333 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth850 mmWidth825 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,552 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height834.98 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)226 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)235 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 XR 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2021

The BMW S 1000 XR offers a pleasant touring motorbike on the basis of a super sports bike. Sounds like a compromise - but rides like a spot-on development. The motorbike is practical and mature. Wind and weather protection are very good, integration from the mobile phone is well tested and intuitive, and the engine is simply always a joy to ride. The chassis adapts well to the load condition, but it never becomes sensitive and really comfortable. The seat comfort is good, but the knee angle becomes a bit acute on long tours. Nevertheless, this is a great motorbike that you like to ride sportily, but also very far.

Riding modes change response behaviour suitable for practical use

great rev-happy four-cylinder engine with a broad usable rev band

well-balanced vehicle - also with pillion passenger - thanks to electronic chassis with automatic recognition of load condition

good brakes

Knee angle on long tours a bit narrow for tall people

suspension damping not sensitive enough - no really comfortable setup possible

consumption high

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

A sports tourer of the old school. The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX fulfils all the points you would expect from this bike category. Added to this is a comprehensive electronics package that offers everything you could wish for when travelling - and at no extra charge! The fact that the operation is perhaps not quite as intuitive as the competition already manages, is forgiven at the latest when you take a look at the price tag.

silky four-cylinder

comfortable yet sporty ergonomics

wind protection

standard electronics package

lots of stability thanks to full fairing

very accessible.

Engine needs revs

electronics could be more user-friendly

windshield only adjustable with two hands

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 XR vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 XR 2021 and a Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 XR 2021 is about 38% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 there are less BMW S 1000 XR 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 13 compared to 14. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 XR with 71 days compared to 118 days for a Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 40 reviews for the BMW S 1000 XR and 13 reviews for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX since model year 2020. The first review for the BMW S 1000 XR was published on 10/21/2014 and now has more than 16,000 views. This compares to more than 40,500 views for the first review on Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX published on 11/5/2019.

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