Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021
Kawasaki Z1100 2026
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021
Kawasaki Z1100 2026
Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke55.1 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power202 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,200 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque118 NmTorque113 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,800 rpmRpm at Torque7,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 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 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licence
DisplacementDisplacement1,000 ccmDisplacement1,099 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel135 mmTravel136 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
TrailTrail95 mmTrail101 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, 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 height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth705 mmWidth825 mm
HeightHeight1,145 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)202 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2021

Suzuki has done a great job with the GSX-R 1000 2017. A super-strong motorbike with a fabulously smooth torque curve. Actually unbelievable at 202 hp! The chassis is of high quality and the electronics package has no tinsel but delivers top performance.

High-revving engine

no dents in torque curve

Super stable on corner exit and radius

Great quickshifter

High-quality chassis

Terrific on fast tracks.

Engine brake not adjustable

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000 vs Kawasaki Z1100

Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000

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Price Kawasaki Z1100

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