BMW R 1300 R 2026 vs. Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

BMW R 1300 R 2026

BMW R 1300 R 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1300 R 2026 compared to Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

BMW R 1300 R 2026
Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026
BMW R 1300 R 2026
BMW R 1300 R 2026
Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026
Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore106.5 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power145 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque149 NmTorque113 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.3 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihopping, Clutch systemsClutch 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
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,300 ccmDisplacement1,099 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel136 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
TrailTrail127 mmTrail101 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter285 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Modern electronicsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, KCMF, KIBS, Modern electronics, KLCM, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), Electronic throttle control, Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), KTRC, Cornering 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
LengthLength2,126 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth1,000 mmWidth825 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)239 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange354 kmRange303 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions126 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.8 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, LightingEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Comfort, Connectivity, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1300 R 2026

BMW R 1300 R 2026

The BMW R 1300 R is a bike that is defined less by bare numbers than by the feeling it conveys. With 145 Horsepower, 149 Newton meters and 239 kg, it has strong data, but its true strength lies in the overall package: a superior engine, stable riding performance and a mature, relaxed character. It is not an aggressive sports machine, but a roadster for riders who appreciate torque, comfort and presence - and that is precisely where its appeal lies.

Very characterful boxer engine (149 Newton metres of torque)

Confident, stable riding performance

High level of comfort with 810 Millimeter seat height

Versatile transmission with ASA option

High-quality technology and features

High weight (239 kg wet weight) noticeable

More difficult to manoeuvre due to boxer design

Less agile than pure sport naked bikes

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1300 R vs Kawasaki Z1100 SE

Price BMW R 1300 R

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Price Kawasaki Z1100 SE

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