Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 vs. Yamaha R1 2010

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Yamaha R1 2010

Yamaha R1 2010

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 vs Yamaha R1 2010

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Yamaha R1 2010

Yamaha R1 2010

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017 compared to Yamaha R1 2010

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017
Yamaha R1 2010

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke52.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power181 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,500 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque115.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque10,000 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth715 mm
HeightHeight1,185 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki's Z1000SX is a harmonious motorbike. Brakes, engine and chassis are all in good order. The look is a bit aggressive, but the bike is easy and transparent to ride.

Great tuned engine

strong brakes

easy driveability combined with high performance.

Sensitive to tyre choice

Yamaha R1 2010

Yamaha R1 2010

The current engine in the R1 scores points above all with its unmistakable sound, very transparent response and linear power delivery. In terms of peak power, however, Yamaha had to cut back a little.

Strong engine

sophisticated engine character

optimal braking system

comfortable seating position.

Suboptimal suspension elements

low peak power

slightly weak traction

high weight.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Yamaha R1

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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Price Yamaha R1

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