BMW S 1000 R 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

BMW S 1000 R 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

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Overview - BMW S 1000 R 2021 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

BMW S 1000 R 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 R 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

BMW S 1000 R 2021
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore80 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power165 HPEngine power138 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpm
TorqueTorque114 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,105 mm
WidthWidth812 mmWidth790 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height822 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 R 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2021

It's really impressive how BMW always manages to make good motorbikes even better. The sporty S 1000 R with M package and carbon rims looks a bit threatening at first. But even in 2021, the S 1000 R serves up high-tech and performance in a grandiose, usable dosage. The machine rides precisely, handles well but is not tippy. The engine fires out of the corners, but does not overtax. A damn fast motorbike!

Powerful engine

good brakes

comfortable ergonomics

high-priced but high-performance optional extras

simple operation but still very fast

great all-rounder.

Quickshifter good, but not perfect, sound still a bit intrusive

still with vibrations in handlebars

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

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 S 1000 R vs Kawasaki Z1000SX

Price BMW S 1000 R

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Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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