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Kawasaki Z1000 2012 vs. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 2012 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2012 compared to BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Kawasaki Z1000 2012
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore77 mmBore106.5 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power145 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque149 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,800 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13.3
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,300 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

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 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,095 mmLength2,280 mm
WidthWidth805 mmWidth1,012 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,534 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height870 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity30 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 R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure remains an impressive adventure bike with a powerful transmission, a high level of comfort and superior dynamics. It shines with agile handling, high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and first-class ergonomics. Despite its polarised design, it is a clear choice for experienced riders who appreciate comfort and performance on lengthy tours.

Agile boxer transmission

amazingly neutral handling

great ergonomics for long distances

high range

high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems allow very dynamic driving manoeuvres

great features

great operating concept

superb seat

very harmonious steering behaviour

impressive stability at high speeds

superior power even in demanding conditions

High weight - difficult to heave off the stand

somewhat limited braking feel on very poor tarmac

traction control and combined ABS reach their limits in extreme conditions

very high seating position is challenging for shorter riders

looks even more polarising than on previous models

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

Price Kawasaki Z1000

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

Model year
Current average market prices

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