Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 vs Kawasaki Z H2 2020

The Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 and the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 are both powerful naked bikes with similar engine types, fuel systems, and cooling systems. However, there are several differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 has a significant advantage with 200 HP compared to the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021's 152 HP. The Kawasaki also has a higher torque of 137 Nm compared to the Suzuki's 106 Nm. This makes the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 a more powerful and faster bike overall.

Both bikes have four cylinders and a liquid cooling system, ensuring optimal performance and temperature control. They also have similar suspension systems, with upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arms with monoshocks at the rear. The suspension on the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 offers more adjustment options, including compression, preload, and rebound adjustments for both the front and rear suspension.

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

In terms of chassis, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 features an aluminum frame with a twin-tube design, while the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 has a steel frame with a tubular design. The aluminum frame of the Suzuki may provide a lighter and more agile feel, while the steel frame of the Kawasaki may offer more stability and durability.

Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with four pistons and radial monoblock technology. The Kawasaki Z H2 2020 has larger brake disks with a diameter of 320 mm compared to the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021's 310 mm disks. This may result in slightly better braking performance for the Kawasaki.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 has additional features such as cornering ABS, launch control, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie control. These extra features enhance the bike's performance and safety in various riding conditions.

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Both bikes have similar dimensions and weights, with a front tire width of 120 mm, rear tire width of 190 mm, and a wheelbase of around 1450-1460 mm. The seat height of the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 is slightly higher at 830 mm compared to the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021's 810 mm. The kerb weight of the Kawasaki is also higher at 239 kg compared to the Suzuki's 214 kg.

In terms of equipment, both bikes feature LED daytime running lights and LED headlights. The Kawasaki Z H2 2020 also has the added feature of a TFT display, providing a more modern and advanced user interface.

In summary, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 and the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 are both powerful naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Suzuki offers a powerful engine, smooth quickshifter, sporty handling, comfortable seating position, and an aggressive look. However, it has a difficult-to-read display. On the other hand, the Kawasaki offers an incomparable engine, full power, easy-to-control power unit, pleasant seating position, high riding comfort, stable and transparent handling, and a quiet but charismatic sound. Its weaknesses include a quickshifter with slow interventions, a slightly spongy suspension strut during sporty riding, and a lack of exclusive components.

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021
Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power152 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque106 NmTorque137 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountUni Trak
TravelTravel130 mmTravel134 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.1 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,115 mmLength2,085 mm
WidthWidth810 mmWidth810 mm
HeightHeight1,080 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)214 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)239 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki's evolution of the GSX-S1000 is a complete success. Although it is an old acquaintance in terms of its basic design, with the 2021 update to Euro5, as well as numerous revisions, the Japanese have created a wonderfully rounded package in the power naked segment. The engine, throttle response and quickshifter work flawlessly, and the suspension and brake components are tuned for sporty comfort. A bike with which you don't have to hide - unless someone wants to examine the display...

powerful engine

smooth quickshifter

sporty handling

comfortable seating position

aggressive look

Display difficult to read

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

The fascinating power unit of the Kawasaki not only inspires as a motif for quartet cards or at the regulars' table. The engine is made for practical use. In the saddle of the bike, you can enjoy the thrust in every situation. Commands from the throttle are implemented directly, intensively but also controllably. However, the bike is not an athletic sportsman but a beefy naked bike. It always scores when sovereignty and power are required.

Incomparable engine

full power

easy to control power unit

pleasant seating position

high riding comfort for a naked bike

quiet but charismatic sound

stable and transparent handling

despite the extravagant drive, a motorbike that can be ridden carefree in everyday life.

Quickshifter OK

but makes interventions that take too long

suspension strut becomes a bit spongy during sporty riding

the exclusive motorbike deserved exclusive components all round

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S1000 vs Kawasaki Z H2

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 and a Kawasaki Z H2 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z H2 2020 is about 38% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z H2 2020 there are more Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 16 compared to 10. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-S1000 with 77 days compared to 148 days for a Kawasaki Z H2. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 36 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-S1000 and 14 reviews for the Kawasaki Z H2 since model year 2020. The first review for the Suzuki GSX-S1000 was published on 9/27/2014 and now has more than 17,100 views. This compares to more than 82,500 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z H2 published on 10/10/2019.

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