Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026 vs. Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R 2026

Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R 2026

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026 compared to Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026
Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore110.2 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke85.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power182 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpm
TorqueTorque113 NmTorque225 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,600 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,099 ccmDisplacement2,458 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter47 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandShowa
TravelTravel136 mmTravel107 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
TrailTrail101 mmTrail134.9 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonFour pistons

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, KCMF, KIBS, Modern electronics, KLCM, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), Electronic throttle control, Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), KTRC, Cornering traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Modern electronics

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width150 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width240 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,365 mm
WidthWidth825 mmWidth920 mm
HeightHeight1,085 mmHeight1,125 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,677 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height773 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)221 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)317 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange303 kmRange272 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions126 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions152 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption6.6 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Comfort, Connectivity, LightingEquipmentConnectivity, Keyless System, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Comfort, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R 2026

Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R 2026

If you are looking for a light-footed small city motorbike, you will probably not find what you are looking for in the Rocket 3 Storm. However, if you are looking for a sporty muscle bike with a hammer engine that provides exemplary running culture in addition to power, then this is the bike for you. This not only ensures a powerful appearance in front of the ice cream parlour, but also riding pleasure on the way there, even if it leads through winding mountain roads!

Powerful performance

Super engine

Good driveability despite the weight

Slight load change reaction

Suspension a little "stubborn"

Engine roll torque when stationary

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Z1100 SE vs Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R

Price Kawasaki Z1100 SE

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Price Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R

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