Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 vs. Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 vs Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 compared to Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017
Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke66.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power144 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque134.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,298 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,230 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth750 mm
HeightHeight1,185 mmHeight1,450 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)235 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)291 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity25 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

The nakedbike genes of the original Z1000 have fortunately been retained in the right areas, but the bike has been consistently tuned for touring suitability. An adapted seating position with a clearly comfortable seat (also and especially for the pillion rider), a finely controllable engine and sufficient wind protection provide the optimal basis for long, extensive and not least sporty rides. The rather compact knee angle might cause some of you to take an early break on long rides. In return, however, you get an upright riding position in which you can freely develop your upper body. The Z1000SX is a reduced to the essential touring bike with a top price-performance ratio! One thing in particular stood out: you don't always have to have all the electronic "helpers" on board to create a sporty bike that rides very well - a TOP sports tourer at a favourable price compared to the other two bikes!

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Yamaha FJR1300A 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Yamaha FJR1300A

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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Price Yamaha FJR1300A

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