Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	102.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	45.1 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	124 HP	Engine power	136 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	69 Nm	Torque	143 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.9	Compression Ratio	12.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	38 mm	Throttle Bore	52 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid-air
Displacement	Displacement	636 ccm	Displacement	1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	37 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	190 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	151 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Perimeter, Extruded	Frame type	Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	66.5 degree	Rake	62.9 degree
Trail	Trail	101 mm	Trail	109 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	305 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	276 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Quickshifter, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,025 mm	Length	2,207 mm
Width	Width	710 mm	Width	952.5 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,400 mm	Wheelbase	1,525 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	198 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	249 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R impresses with a powerful 636 cubic centimetres engine and dynamic handling, making it a thoroughly potent and sportily tuned machine. The well-functioning quickshifter and clear display contribute to a positive riding experience. However, the aggressive riding position significantly compromises comfort and the lack of a modern ride-by-wire system prevents the use of a blipper - making the ZX-6R look outdated compared to competitor models. Overall, it is an excellent choice for riders with sporting ambitions, but offers room for improvement in terms of comfort and modern features.

Powerful 636cc engine with plenty of grunt and power

well-functioning quickshifter at high rpm

good handling and pleasant ride feel

clear and easy-to-read display

sporty suspension

reliable brakes

Missing Ride-by-Wire system - therefore no blipper

aggressive riding position with acute knee angle and handlebar ends turned inwards

lack of comfort for longer rides

somewhat spartan display compared to the competition

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!

extremely high-torque boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

stable braking performance

good weather protection

colour TFT display standard

LED headlights

Manageable standard equipment, long surcharge list

jagged appearance with little elegance

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