Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018 vs. Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2019

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2019

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018 compared to Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018
Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore77 mmBore73 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power126.5 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque170 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque4,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio10.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore38 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,833 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionA-Arm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake59.5 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonSix pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter316 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonThree pistons

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,475 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth925 mm
HeightHeight1,185 mmHeight1,340 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,695 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height745 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)235 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)365 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity21.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

The nakedbike genes of the original Z1000 have fortunately been retained in the right areas, but the bike has been consistently tuned for touring suitability. An adapted seating position with a clearly comfortable seat (also and especially for the pillion rider), a finely controllable engine and sufficient wind protection provide the optimal basis for long, extensive and not least sporty rides. The rather compact knee angle might cause some of you to take an early break on long rides. In return, however, you get an upright riding position in which you can freely develop your upper body. The Z1000SX is a reduced to the essential touring bike with a top price-performance ratio! One thing in particular stood out: you don't always have to have all the electronic "helpers" on board to create a sporty bike that rides very well - a TOP sports tourer at a favourable price compared to the other two bikes!

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2019

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2019

The new Honda Gold Wing is a big hit, both in terms of equipment and riding dynamics. The engine remains a wonderfully smooth six-cylinder boxer that still finds its purpose in sovereignty from the bottom up. Nevertheless, the Gold Wing is much more agile and sporty thanks to less weight and, above all, a new chassis. Nevertheless, there is no lack of comfort, the seat is wonderfully comfortable, the wind protection is sufficient due to the somewhat lower windshield - but it is good for the looks. The Gold Wing Tour models have a higher windshield and top case anyway. Theoretically, the Gold Wing can be upgraded to a Gold Wing Tour with a top case and higher windshield, but then the traction control is missing, which is standard on the Gold Wing Tour and Gold Wing Tour DCT.

Smooth six-cylinder boxer engine

good sound - both engine and speakers

electrically adjustable windshield

4 driving modes

sat nav as standard

reverse gear

heated grips

cruise control

Apple CarPlay.

Engine gets loud in the upper rev range

less storage space than predecessor

average wind protection on excavator version

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Honda GL 1800 Goldwing

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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Price Honda GL 1800 Goldwing

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