Kawasaki Z1000 2014 vs. BMW S 1000 RR 2011

Kawasaki Z1000 2014

BMW S 1000 RR 2011

Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 2014 vs BMW S 1000 RR 2011

Kawasaki Z1000 2014

BMW S 1000 RR 2011

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2014 compared to BMW S 1000 RR 2011

Kawasaki Z1000 2014

BMW S 1000 RR 2011

Kawasaki Z1000 2014

BMW S 1000 RR 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	49.7 mm
Engine power	Engine power	142 HP	Engine power	192 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	111 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	13
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,043 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Petal	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Length	Length	2,045 mm	Length	2,056 mm
Width	Width	790 mm	Width	826 mm
Height	Height	1,055 mm	Height	1,138 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,435 mm	Wheelbase	1,432 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	221 kg	Kerb Weight	204 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 2014

The Kawasaki Z1000 (2014) is a statement against the electronic trend of its time - and that is exactly what makes it special today. Its characterful four-cylinder engine, mechanical directness and uncompromising focus on the essentials strike a chord in a time when many bikes have become rolling computers. Yes, it does without modern Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and perfect wind protection. But it offers an authentic naked bike riding experience, paired with Japanese reliability and reasonable maintenance costs. The Z1000 is not a bike for data sheet junkies or electronics fans - it is a bike for people who still want to make their own decisions when rider. An honest bike with character that continues to inspire even after years and more than fulfils its role as an emotional alternative to the digital modern age.

Strong character 1043cc in-line four-cylinder

Outstanding running culture

Direct throttle response

Low maintenance costs

High reliability

Good availability of spare parts

High resale value

Balanced handling

Stable road holding

High-quality workmanship

Puristic driving concept

Authentic driving experience

Large fan community

Robust suitability for everyday use

Mechanical directness

Active owner community

No modern rider assistance systems

No quickshifter

In practice, the relatively small tank sometimes gets in the way

Hard seat

Vibrations at high revs

Relatively sluggish when changing direction quickly

Damper tuning relatively firm - Suspension performance not good enough for demanding riders

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BMW S 1000 RR 2011

The most important changes to the S 1000 RR, however, were the numerous small adjustments to the chassis and geometry. Here we now benefit from thousands of test kilometres from the BMW test crew. This is logical evolution and a great step forward.

Improved driveability - optimised torque curve

plenty of power

strong engine

good traction point

immaculately functioning shift assist.

Accelerating load is very fatiguing.