Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011 vs. BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011 vs BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011 compared to BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011
BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011
BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009
BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power163 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,800 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,157 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,105 mmLength2,228 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth856 mm
HeightHeight1,230 mmHeight1,230 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height822 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight231 kgKerb Weight241 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

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 K 1200 R Sport 2009

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs BMW K 1200 R Sport

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW K 1200 R Sport

Model year
Current average market prices

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