Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008 vs. Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008 compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Engine and Drive Train

TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement599 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height822 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

In the current Supersport field, the 600 is "the least evil" on the road at the moment. After all, it's not really a pleasure to go round in circles on the road with a 600. But if you like screaming rides with a lively 600, the 600 GSX-R from Suzuki is the best choice at the moment.

Torque and power curve

Most enjoyable 600 in road use

Well equipped

Low acclimatisation period.

Responds to tuning to a limited extent

relatively high weight

lower peak power.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-R 600 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX

Price Suzuki GSX-R 600

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Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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