Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014 vs. Triumph Speed Triple RS 2020

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2020

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2020

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014 compared to Triumph Speed Triple RS 2020

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014
Triumph Speed Triple RS 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke71.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power150 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque117 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque7,150 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.92
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,050 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, Monoblock, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandTokicoBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

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 height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,105 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,230 mmHeight1,070 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height822 mmSeat Height825 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 2014

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

The Z 1000 SX is a great middle ground, indeed the optimal intersection between sport and touring motorbike. There are not many bikes that manage this so well.

Confident, powerful engine

fairing suitable for touring

sporty layout

good traction control

surprisingly versatile

well-integrated pannier system.

Unconventional handling in tight corners

windshield could be higher.

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2020

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Triumph Speed Triple RS

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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Price Triumph Speed Triple RS

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