Kawasaki Z1000 2012 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 2012 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2012 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	76 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	55 mm
Engine power	Engine power	138 HP	Engine power	203 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,600 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,200 rpm
Torque	Torque	110 Nm	Torque	114.9 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	11,400 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	13
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital
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
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,043 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

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

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 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,095 mm	Length	2,085 mm
Width	Width	805 mm	Width	750 mm
Height	Height	1,085 mm	Height	1,185 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,440 mm	Wheelbase	1,440 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	221 kg	Kerb Weight	207 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

With the Ninja ZX-10R, the Greens offer a mature overall package that still looks as aggressive as you would expect from a Kawa superbike. The bike offers surprisingly good space for the rider and you feel comfortable in the saddle, but the high footrests make it clear that it is designed to perform on the race track. The revviness of the engine leaves nothing to be desired - except perhaps more discipline in the partial load range. To make the project a success, Kawasaki relies on high-quality ingredients: Showa suspension, Öhlins steering dampers, Brembo brakes with 330 discs and high-quality electronics. The Ninja ZX-10R even cuts a fine figure on the country road thanks to the good electronics and the superior engine - as long as you are able to suffer a little when it comes to the seating position.

High-quality workmanship

strong components

revvy and powerful engine

great wind protection including good aerodynamics

good seating position even for tall riders

high-quality electronics package

powerful brakes

well-balanced chassis

Load change reactions in the partial load range

somewhat slow quickshifter

somewhat small display