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BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z1000 2013

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs Kawasaki Z1000 2013

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z1000 2013

BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Kawasaki Z1000 2013
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Kawasaki Z1000 2013
Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102.5 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power138 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,095 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth805 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height815 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

All in all, the new Z1000 is a successful further development of its predecessor. The lack of traction control is more of a marketing problem than a problem for end customers.

Powerful engine

rich sound

unique design

No traction control

nervous chassis

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Z1000

Price BMW R 1250 GS

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z1000

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