BMW F 900 XR 2021 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

BMW F 900 XR 2021

BMW F 900 XR 2021

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

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Overview - BMW F 900 XR 2021 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

BMW F 900 XR 2021

BMW F 900 XR 2021

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

Technical Specifications BMW F 900 XR 2021 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

BMW F 900 XR 2021
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore86 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power203 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,200 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque114.9 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque11,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio13
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationDry sumpLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement895 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel170 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel172 mmTravel115 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
TrailTrail105.2 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating 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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,140 mmLength2,085 mm
WidthWidth815 mmWidth750 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,518 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 900 XR 2021

BMW F 900 XR 2021

A motorbike in this performance class probably cannot be more accessible. The XR wobbles playfully through the radii and immediately inspires confidence in the saddle. Even long tours are easy and you are always relaxed when getting out of the saddle. However, the sporty look of the BMW also awakens desires for a little thrill. However, the power unit cannot quite fulfil these desires. The engine, transmission and quickshifter are a little too tame overall and could do with a little more sportiness.

Clean engine response

Very easy to ride bike

Cool looks, Great display

Good brakes

Easy handling

Stable ride feel

Great connectivity

High lean angle clearance

Well tuned ABS

Easy to manoeuvre

Hard seat

somewhat doughy gearbox including tough quickshifter

engine could do with more pepper

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

With the Ninja ZX-10R, the Greens offer a mature overall package that still looks as aggressive as you would expect from a Kawa superbike. The bike offers surprisingly good space for the rider and you feel comfortable in the saddle, but the high footrests make it clear that it is designed to perform on the race track. The revviness of the engine leaves nothing to be desired - except perhaps more discipline in the partial load range. To make the project a success, Kawasaki relies on high-quality ingredients: Showa suspension, Öhlins steering dampers, Brembo brakes with 330 discs and high-quality electronics. The Ninja ZX-10R even cuts a fine figure on the country road thanks to the good electronics and the superior engine - as long as you are able to suffer a little when it comes to the seating position.

High-quality workmanship

strong components

revvy and powerful engine

great wind protection including good aerodynamics

good seating position even for tall riders

high-quality electronics package

powerful brakes

well-balanced chassis

Load change reactions in the partial load range

somewhat slow quickshifter

somewhat small display

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 900 XR vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Price BMW F 900 XR

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