Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018 vs. KTM 690 Duke R 2016

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

KTM 690 Duke R 2016

KTM 690 Duke R 2016

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018 vs KTM 690 Duke R 2016

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

KTM 690 Duke R 2016

KTM 690 Duke R 2016

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018 compared to KTM 690 Duke R 2016

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018
KTM 690 Duke R 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore102 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke84.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque70 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque5,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesRocker arm, OHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement690 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel144 mmTravel150 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake63.5 degree

Brakes Front

DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, Monoblock, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandTokicoBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRide by Wire

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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,466 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height865 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)235 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)149.5 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

The nakedbike genes of the original Z1000 have fortunately been retained in the right areas, but the bike has been consistently tuned for touring suitability. An adapted seating position with a clearly comfortable seat (also and especially for the pillion rider), a finely controllable engine and sufficient wind protection provide the optimal basis for long, extensive and not least sporty rides. The rather compact knee angle might cause some of you to take an early break on long rides. In return, however, you get an upright riding position in which you can freely develop your upper body. The Z1000SX is a reduced to the essential touring bike with a top price-performance ratio! One thing in particular stood out: you don't always have to have all the electronic "helpers" on board to create a sporty bike that rides very well - a TOP sports tourer at a favourable price compared to the other two bikes!

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

KTM 690 Duke R 2016

KTM 690 Duke R 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs KTM 690 Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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Price KTM 690 Duke R

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