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Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013
BMW R 1200 GS 2005
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013
BMW R 1200 GS 2005
BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power98 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,519 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height822 mmSeat Height840 mm
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 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

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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