Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013
BMW R 1200 GS 2011
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013
BMW R 1200 GS 2011
BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore77 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque120 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width110 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height80 %
LengthLength2,105 mmLength2,210 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth915 mm
HeightHeight1,230 mmHeight1,450 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,507 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height822 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight231 kgKerb Weight229 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

The engine is still a blast, and can be revved at low revs as well as pedalled in a sporty manner. The four additional horsepower, however, primarily appear in the glossy brochure.

excellent engine

traction control

fully adjustable suspension elements

missing gear indicator

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 1200 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

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