Kawasaki Z1000 2008 vs. Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 2008 vs Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2008 compared to Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki Z1000 2008
Yamaha R1 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power127 HPEngine power172 HP
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement953 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,395 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height835 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight205 kgDry Weight172 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Those who don't think 125 hp is enough only do so until they start kicking off and you can feel how much they want it.

great performance

strong engine

pleasant driving experience.

Relatively heavy

chassis somewhat complicated.

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

The new R1 is a motorbike full of high-tech and innovation. The performance offered on the race track is impressive. Because the technical gadgets translate into riding fun and lap times. Nevertheless, the bike demands an active rider to avoid becoming exhausting.

No-worry riveting

strong braking system

powerful engine

traction miracle

anti-hopping clutch

steering damper

precise.

Very sub-optimal seating position - uncomfortable posture

strong body effort required during turns

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 vs Yamaha R1

Price Kawasaki Z1000

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Price Yamaha R1

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