Kawasaki Z1000 2012 vs. BMW K 1300 R 2011

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

BMW K 1300 R 2011

BMW K 1300 R 2011

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2012 compared to BMW K 1300 R 2011

Kawasaki Z1000 2012
BMW K 1300 R 2011
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
BMW K 1300 R 2011
BMW K 1300 R 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke64.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power172 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,800 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,293 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
LengthLength2,095 mmLength2,228 mm
WidthWidth805 mmWidth856 mm
HeightHeight1,085 mmHeight1,095 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,585 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight221 kgKerb Weight242 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

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

BMW K 1300 R 2011

BMW K 1300 R 2011

The throttle grip is pulled open, the K pushes forward and then, when you take a short break on other motorbikes, you simply stay fully on the throttle with the souped-up K and push in the next gear. A real gem for demanding races.

Sharp looks

plenty of power

comfort

relaxed ride

optimised system

ABS

RDC

EVO

ASC

ESA 2.

Curve settling-in period at the beginning.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 vs BMW K 1300 R

Price Kawasaki Z1000

Model year
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Price BMW K 1300 R

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Current average market prices

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