BMW K 1200 R 2009 vs. Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

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Overview - BMW K 1200 R 2009 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

Technical Specifications BMW K 1200 R 2009 compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

BMW K 1200 R 2009
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore79 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power163 HPEngine power138 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpm
TorqueTorque127 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio11.8
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
DisplacementDisplacement1.157 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height822 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

The engine is still a blast, and can be revved at low revs as well as pedalled in a sporty manner. The four additional horsepower, however, primarily appear in the glossy brochure.

excellent engine

traction control

fully adjustable suspension elements

missing gear indicator

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

Price BMW K 1200 R

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Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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