Kawasaki Z1000SX 2015 vs. Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2015

Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa 2009

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2015 compared to Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2015

Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2015

Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	65 mm
Engine power	Engine power	142 HP	Engine power	145 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	111 Nm	Torque	155 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,200 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	12.5
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	1,340 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

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	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,105 mm	Length	2,195 mm
Width	Width	790 mm	Width	740 mm
Height	Height	1,230 mm	Height	1,170 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,485 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	822 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	231 kg	Kerb Weight	260 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2015

The current model of the Kawasaki Z1000SX is already a wonderfully balanced motorbike that scores points with its sporty charms as well as its comfort features and long-distance capability. However, the new 2017 model makes everything even better: refined wind protection, a more comfortable seat, better accessories and a host of electronic helpers that make riding safe and confident even in adverse conditions. Nothing had to be changed in the sporty character of the powerful engine, and the look with the LED headlights and the many edges is almost on the level of a super sports bike - all in all, an absolutely successful further development.

Confident, powerful engine

fairing suitable for touring

sporty design

good electronic features

traction control

cornering ABS

pleasantly comfortable

well-integrated pannier system.

somewhat stiff handling in tight curves

instruments not optimally backlit