BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE 2026

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE 2026

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE 2026

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque113 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,099 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth805 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE 2026

The Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE 2025 impresses with improvements in all the right places: The more practical engine, the revised traction control and the modified gear ratio make the Ninja fit for the future. The high-quality features of the SE version, such as Brembo brakes with steel flex lines and the S46 shock at the rear from Öhlins, take the model to a new level. Minor weaknesses such as the high fuel consumption and low payload diminish the overall impression somewhat. Yet the Ninja 1100SX SE remains an excellent sporting motorcycle for riders looking for comfort and dynamics in equal measure.

Four-cylinder suitable for everyday use and yet fun to ride

sublime brakes

high stability, solid workmanship

high touring suitability

quickshifter and traction control act at a high level

great reponsiveness even in Sport mode

Öhlins S46 shock with good performance

Relatively high fuel consumption

fork with weaknesses in reponsiveness

low payload

operation not always intuitive

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE

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