Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 vs. Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2009

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2009

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 compared to Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019
Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke72 mm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque7,200 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,246 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,460 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,715 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height640 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity18.9 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

The nakedbike genes of the original Z1000 have fortunately been retained in the right areas, but the bike has been consistently tuned for touring suitability. An adapted seating position with a clearly comfortable seat (also and especially for the pillion rider), a finely controllable engine and sufficient wind protection provide the optimal basis for long, extensive and not least sporty rides. The rather compact knee angle might cause some of you to take an early break on long rides. In return, however, you get an upright riding position in which you can freely develop your upper body. The Z1000SX is a reduced to the essential touring bike with a top price-performance ratio! One thing in particular stood out: you don't always have to have all the electronic "helpers" on board to create a sporty bike that rides very well - a TOP sports tourer at a favourable price compared to the other two bikes!

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2009

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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Price Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX

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