Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009 vs. Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Overview - Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009 compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	42.5 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	92 HP	Engine power	138 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,600 rpm
Torque	Torque	68.6 Nm	Torque	110 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	11,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	11.8
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	599 ccm	Displacement	1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

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

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	Double piston	Piston	Single 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	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,040 mm	Length	2,105 mm
Width	Width	715 mm	Width	790 mm
Height	Height	1,125 mm	Height	1,230 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,400 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	822 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	196 kg	Kerb Weight	231 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

The new bike is definitely not just a model update, but a noticeably better overall concept, even for hobby riders, which is more enjoyable than any previous 600.

Relatively low overall weight

easy handling

good-sounding power unit

precise braking system

quiet, stable chassis.

Somewhat suboptimal in the high rev range

inappropriate design.

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

The engine is still a blast, and can be revved at low revs as well as pedalled in a sporty manner. The four additional horsepower, however, primarily appear in the glossy brochure.

excellent engine

traction control

fully adjustable suspension elements

missing gear indicator