Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026 vs Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	59 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	135 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	113 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	10.3
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	38 mm	Throttle Bore	38 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital
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	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,099 ccm	Displacement	1,099 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	150 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	141 mm	Travel	152 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	98 mm	Trail	106 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Cruise control, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

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	180 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	2,100 mm	Length	2,270 mm
Width	Width	805 mm	Width	895 mm
Height	Height	1,190 mm	Height	1,465 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,440 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	235 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	255 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	327 km	Range	375 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	126 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	128 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.6 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.6 l/100km
Euro Norm	Euro Norm	Euro 5+	Euro Norm	Euro 5+

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights, USB-C socket

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026

The standard version of the Ninja 1100SX also benefits from the most important upgrades for 2025: the more practical engine, the revised traction control and the changed gear ratio make the Ninja fit for the future. Minor weaknesses such as the high fuel consumption and low payload diminish the overall impression somewhat. Yet the Ninja 1100SX SE remains an excellent sporting motorcycle for riders looking for comfort and dynamics in equal measure.

Four-cylinder suitable for everyday use and yet fun to ride

high stability, solid workmanship

high touring capability

quickshifter and traction control operate at a high level

great reponsiveness even in Sport mode

Relatively high fuel consumption

fork with weaknesses in reponsiveness

low payload

operation not always intuitive

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

There is probably not a single owner of a Kawasaki Versys 1100 who is not satisfied with its riding characteristics. It simply rides well. On the other hand, I have never heard anyone say: "The Versys looks really cool!" Even owners just say "Well, it's not that ugly". Anyone who is above that will be happy with the Versys - a really good bike.

Surprisingly dynamic and agile riding performance

Excellent wind protection

Easy handling even at low speeds

Good power delivery from the four-cylinder engine

Very good price-performance ratio

Excellent cornering behaviour

High seating, aerodynamic and riding comfort

Unspectacular appearance that does not convey any dynamics

Only manually adjustable windscreen

Complicated operating concept

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Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026 vs Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 2026

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX vs Kawasaki Versys 1100

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