Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 vs. Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 vs Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 compared to Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009
Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore74.5 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke57.3 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power138 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpm
TorqueTorque116.7 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio11.8
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin-SparFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

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 height50 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,045 mmLength2,095 mm
WidthWidth710 mmWidth805 mm
HeightHeight1,130 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,405 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight203 kgKerb Weight221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

The GSX-R 1000 remains something for the experienced rider, despite its precise and balanced rideability and controllable power delivery. Suzuki knows that a thousand must remain a thousand and strictly adheres to this. Let's hope that they can continue to do so for a long time.

Improved geometry

compact engine design

relaxed seating position

system with multiple height adjustments

anti-hopping clutch.

Accessibility of compression adjustment suboptimal

weak in the lower rev range

not for beginners

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000 vs Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition

Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000

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