Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012 vs. Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012 vs Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012 compared to Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012
Yamaha R1 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power172 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,395 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height822 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

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

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

The new R1 is a motorbike full of high-tech and innovation. The performance offered on the race track is impressive. Because the technical gadgets translate into riding fun and lap times. Nevertheless, the bike demands an active rider to avoid becoming exhausting.

No-worry riveting

strong braking system

powerful engine

traction miracle

anti-hopping clutch

steering damper

precise.

Very sub-optimal seating position - uncomfortable posture

strong body effort required during turns

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Yamaha R1

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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Price Yamaha R1

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