Kawasaki Z 800 2016 vs. Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Overview - Kawasaki Z 800 2016 vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z 800 2016 compared to Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	71 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	50.9 mm	Stroke	59 mm
Engine power	Engine power	113 HP	Engine power	152 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,200 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	83 Nm	Torque	106 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.9	Compression Ratio	12.2
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	806 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	Petal	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single 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	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,100 mm	Length	2,115 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	810 mm
Height	Height	1,050 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,460 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	834 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Overall, the Z800 delivered a sensational performance. Considering the fact that nothing was changed or optimised on the vehicle apart from the Remus rear silencer, a super final result.

Eye-catching, chunky look

confident acceleration

relaxed geometry

powerful brakes

Limited freedom of movement for the legs.

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2021

Suzuki's evolution of the GSX-S1000 is a complete success. Although it is an old acquaintance in terms of its basic design, with the 2021 update to Euro5, as well as numerous revisions, the Japanese have created a wonderfully rounded package in the power naked segment. The engine, throttle response and quickshifter work flawlessly, and the suspension and brake components are tuned for sporty comfort. A bike with which you don't have to hide - unless someone wants to examine the display...

powerful engine

smooth quickshifter

sporty handling

comfortable seating position

aggressive look

Display difficult to read