Kawasaki Ninja e-1 2024 vs. BMW R 12 2024

Kawasaki Ninja e-1 2024

BMW R 12 2024

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja e-1 2024 vs BMW R 12 2024

Kawasaki Ninja e-1 2024

BMW R 12 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja e-1 2024 compared to BMW R 12 2024

Kawasaki Ninja e-1 2024

BMW R 12 2024

Kawasaki Ninja e-1 2024

BMW R 12 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Electric	Engine type	Boxer
Engine power	Engine power	12 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	4,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	40.5 Nm	Torque	110 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	1,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	90 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Paralever
Travel	Travel	133 mm	Travel	90 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Trail	Trail	93 mm	Trail	132.5 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	130 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,370 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	754 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	140 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	227 kg
Range	Range	72 km	Range	274 km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	TFT display	Equipment	Keyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja e-1 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 12 2024

The BMW R12 is more than just a stylish cruiser. It offers comfort, power and surprising agility - a bike to love for long journeys and short trips alike.

Powerful boxer engine

Lots of charisma but still smooth throttle response

Comfortable but low seating position

Agile handling despite cruiser design

Excellent brakes

Good lean angle-dependent traction control

High-quality cornering ABS

Comfortable riding on long lengths

Great features available

Classic design with a modern touch

Stable road holding

Good feedback even on slippery surfaces