Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025 vs. Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025 vs Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025 compared to Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025
Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power152 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque106 NmTorque113 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licence
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement1,099 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel136 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
TrailTrail100 mmTrail101 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, , , , , , , , ,

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 width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,130 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth825 mm
HeightHeight1,110 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange196 kmRange303 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions122 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions126 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption6.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100km
Ground clearanceGround clearance140 mmGround clearance125 mm

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, , , ,

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025

Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2025

The Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana is based on the naked GSX-S1000 and therefore impresses with all the quality and inner values of a typical Japanese machine. The Katana also has what it takes to become a visual classics, as it is the first to take up the style of the 1980s. The riding position is surprisingly comfortable and the height of the handlebars allows for comfortable control. With its low front fairing, it may not be a true touring machine, but it can certainly pass as a crossover bike that combines retro, naked and touring perfectly.

Powerful and confident in-line four-cylinder engine

absolutely unique look

comfortable seating position

easy handling

five-way adjustable traction control

good braking system

high-quality quickshifter

firm but travel-ready suspension

Few electronic features

relatively high price compared to the basic GSX-S1000

small fuel tank

LC display difficult to read

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana vs Kawasaki Z1100

Price Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana

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