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Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 vs. BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 vs BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 compared to BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017
BMW R 1200 RS 2017
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017
BMW R 1200 RS 2017
BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore77 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, Monoblock, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,203 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth998 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,530 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)235 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)236 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki's Z1000SX is a harmonious motorbike. Brakes, engine and chassis are all in good order. The look is a bit aggressive, but the bike is easy and transparent to ride.

Great tuned engine

strong brakes

easy driveability combined with high performance.

Sensitive to tyre choice

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

BMW R 1200 RS 2017

Wunderlich has optimised the already great R 1200 RS with pinpoint accuracy and turned it into a real dream machine. The straight handlebars fit the sports tourer really well. The bike's sporty look is justified. Anyone who tries this Wunderlich machine sets the bar incredibly high for their next motorbike. A real dream bike.

Precise and stable handling

comfortable seating position

great wind protection

with the Wunderlich conversion, a very sporty and sleek look overall.

Knee angle somewhat compact with long legs

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs BMW R 1200 RS

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 1200 RS

Model year
Current average market prices

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