Suzuki GSX-S950 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Suzuki GSX-S950 2021

Suzuki GSX-S950 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-S950 2021 vs Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Suzuki GSX-S950 2021

Suzuki GSX-S950 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S950 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Suzuki GSX-S950 2021
Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power138 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch 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

Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
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Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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 height50 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,115 mmLength2,095 mm
WidthWidth810 mmWidth805 mm
HeightHeight1,080 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height815 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S950 2021

Suzuki GSX-S950 2021

The "small" GSX-S950 is damn close to the GSX-S1000, which is why it seems as if the proud surcharge for the 1000 will have to be properly justified. However, anyone who wants it to be as sporty as on the GSX-S1000 will already fail due to the somewhat too soft, non-adjustable suspension. However, this more comfortable design of the 950 fits the character of the engine very well. With (only) 95 hp, the engine, which is identical to the GSX-S1000, is designed for torque from below and in the middle; there is little point in stubbornly wriggling out. So if you are looking for a comparatively comfortable naked bike that is suitable for A2 and that can hardly be distinguished visually from the top model, you can save a lot of money!

Engine with plenty of punch from below

good sound

stable brakes

comfortable seating position

Chassis too soft and not adjustable

cockpit not easy to read in sunlight

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

All in all, the new Z1000 is a successful further development of its predecessor. The lack of traction control is more of a marketing problem than a problem for end customers.

Powerful engine

rich sound

unique design

No traction control

nervous chassis

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S950 vs Kawasaki Z1000

Price Suzuki GSX-S950

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Price Kawasaki Z1000

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