Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013 vs. Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013 vs Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013 compared to Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore74.5 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke57.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque116.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,800 rpmRpm at Torque10,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.8
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin-Spar

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

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 height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,095 mmLength2,045 mm
WidthWidth805 mmWidth710 mm
HeightHeight1,085 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight221 kgKerb Weight203 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2013

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

The GSX-R 1000 remains something for the experienced rider, despite its precise and balanced rideability and controllable power delivery. Suzuki knows that a thousand must remain a thousand and strictly adheres to this. Let's hope that they can continue to do so for a long time.

Improved geometry

compact engine design

relaxed seating position

system with multiple height adjustments

anti-hopping clutch.

Accessibility of compression adjustment suboptimal

weak in the lower rev range

not for beginners

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition vs Suzuki GSX-R 1000

Price Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition

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Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000

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