Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 vs. Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 vs Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 compared to Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

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Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020
Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020
Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore77 mmBore94 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke67.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power113 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque96.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.6
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
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic, DOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement937 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel144 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake64.8 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail105.7 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, Monoblock, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandTokicoBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Quickshifter, 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 diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,594 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height834.98 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)235 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)230 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentWindscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX is more evolution than revolution - but what is the point of reinventing everything in a balanced sports tourer? But the new name is definitely justified, with the many new features made possible by the Ride-by-Wire system, among others, the sports tourer is absolutely up to date. Cornering ABS, modern traction control and riding modes provide safety and adjustment options to personal preferences, the shift assistant favours sport as well as touring. What's more, the price is hot (at least in Austria)!

Refined and powerful engine

balanced handling

comfortable chassis

sufficiently comfortable seating position

modern looks

good brakes

LED lights all around

colour TFT display

cruise control standard

Windshield can be adjusted without tools but only with both hands

Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

Ducati Multistrada 950 S 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Ducati Multistrada 950 S

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