BMW R 1300 RS 2025 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

BMW R 1300 RS 2025

BMW R 1300 RS 2025

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1300 RS 2025 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

BMW R 1300 RS 2025
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021
BMW R 1300 RS 2025
BMW R 1300 RS 2025
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore106.5 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power145 HPEngine power142 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque149 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.3 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore52 mmThrottle Bore38 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHC, Drag leverValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,300 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter47 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel144 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake62 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail122.5 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter285 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Engine drag torque control, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control

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 height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,138 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth846 mmWidth825 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,523 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height834.98 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, Case system, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Topcase, USB socket, USB-C socketEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1300 RS 2025

BMW R 1300 RS 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

A sports tourer of the old school. The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX fulfils all the points you would expect from this bike category. Added to this is a comprehensive electronics package that offers everything you could wish for when travelling - and at no extra charge! The fact that the operation is perhaps not quite as intuitive as the competition already manages, is forgiven at the latest when you take a look at the price tag.

silky four-cylinder

comfortable yet sporty ergonomics

wind protection

standard electronics package

lots of stability thanks to full fairing

very accessible.

Engine needs revs

electronics could be more user-friendly

windshield only adjustable with two hands

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1300 RS vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

Price BMW R 1300 RS

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Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

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