Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2019 vs. BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2019

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2019 compared to BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2019

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2019

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	79 mm
Stroke	Stroke	59 mm	Stroke	59 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	163 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	108 Nm	Torque	127 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.2	Compression Ratio	13
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	1,157 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	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	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Suspension electronically adjustable

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,125 mm	Length	2,228 mm
Width	Width	830 mm	Width	856 mm
Height	Height	1,110 mm	Height	1,230 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,460 mm	Wheelbase	1,580 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2019

The new Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana is based on the naked GSX-S1000 and is therefore convincing in all its quality and inner values of a typical Japanese machine. Visually, the Katana additionally has what it takes to become a classic; after all, it is the first to pick up the style of the 1980s. The riding position is surprisingly comfortable and the high handlebars allow pleasant control. With its low front fairing, it doesn't become a distinct touring machine, but it certainly passes as a crossover bike that excellently combines retro, naked and touring.

Powerful and confident in-line four-cylinder engine

absolutely independent look

comfortable seating position

easy handling

triple-adjustable traction control

good braking system

few electronic features

relatively high price compared to the basic GSX-S1000