Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 vs. Ducati 1198 S 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Ducati 1198 S 2009

Ducati 1198 S 2009

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 compared to Ducati 1198 S 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019
Ducati 1198 S 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke67.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power170 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,750 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque131.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.7
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, Monoblock, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandTokicoBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity15.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

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

Ducati 1198 S 2009

Ducati 1198 S 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Ducati 1198 S

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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