Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 vs. Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 vs Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017 compared to Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017
Kawasaki Z H2 2021
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017
Kawasaki Z H2 2021
Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke55.1 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power202 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,200 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque118 NmTorque137 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,800 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TechnologyTechnologyBig PistonTechnologyBig Piston
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountUni Trak
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Twin-SparFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66.8 degreeRake65.1 degree
TrailTrail95 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,085 mm
WidthWidth710 mmWidth810 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)203 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)239 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2017

Suzuki has done a great job with the GSX-R 1000 R 2017. A powerful motorbike with a fabulously smooth torque curve. Actually unbelievable at 202 hp! The chassis is of high quality and the electronics package has no tinsel but delivers top performance.

High-revving engine

no dents in torque curve

Super stable on corner exit and radius

Great quickshifter

High-quality chassis

Terrific on fast tracks.

Engine brake not adjustable

Wheelycontrol linked to traction control

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R vs Kawasaki Z H2

Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R

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Price Kawasaki Z H2

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