Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020 vs. Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020 compared to Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	90 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	60.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	142 HP	Engine power	180 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	111 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	13.2
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	3
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,043 ccm	Displacement	1,160 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	Öhlins
Travel	Travel	131 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube
Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	23.9 degree
Trail	Trail	101 mm	Trail	104.7 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock, Petal	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,045 mm	Length	2,090 mm
Width	Width	790 mm	Width	792 mm
Height	Height	1,055 mm	Height	1,089 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,435 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Precise, powerful and fast! The Triumph is a lot of fun on Alpine passes. However, you can only forgive the tight chassis if you are a sporty rider. But you have to love the engine. No matter whether you're strolling or heating up - the power is always available in a well-dosed manner.

Incredibly universal - easy to drive in city traffic but also super fast when needed

Rev-happy and powerful engine

Top quickshifter

Can be driven quietly when needed

Light and compact ride

Stable handling even in fast corners

Strong brakes

Precise handling.

Load change reactions at low speeds

slightly too low steering angle

narrow knee angle for tall people

stubborn mobile phone connectivity

squeaky brakes

traction control too defensive even in track mode

vibrations on the handlebars

suspension does not respond sensitively enough - basic set-up too tight.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

Price Kawasaki Z1000 R

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

Price Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

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Average market price

Current average market prices

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020 vs. Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020 compared to Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2020

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS 2021

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

Price Kawasaki Z1000 R

Price Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

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