BMW R 1250 R 2025 vs. Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

BMW R 1250 R 2025

BMW R 1250 R 2025

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

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Overview - BMW R 1250 R 2025 vs Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

BMW R 1250 R 2025

BMW R 1250 R 2025

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 R 2025 compared to Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

BMW R 1250 R 2025
Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102.5 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque113 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 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
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,099 ccm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, 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 width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth825 mm
HeightHeight1,300 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,515 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height760 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)239 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange378 kmRange303 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions126 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentTFT display, Modern electronicsEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Comfort, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 R 2025

BMW R 1250 R 2025

What could be better than getting even more power and torque in an already powerful naked bike! The predecessor, the R 1200 R, with its 125 hp and Newton metres of torque, could already be ridden very sportily, but the enlarged R 1250 R, now with 136 hp and a massive 143 Newton metres, pushes the boxer power to its current peak. The special thing about the R 1250 R, as with its predecessor, is that thanks to the extensive range of accessories it can also convince on tours. The new engine with ShiftCam valve control is not only more powerful but also more refined. The chassis and brakes are also convincing, and the seating position is pleasantly upright, allowing a wide range of riding styles, from sporty push-off to long-distance touring.

powerful boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

riding modes

sporty look

Long surcharge list

visually nothing new

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 SE 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW R 1250 R vs Kawasaki Z1100 SE

Price BMW R 1250 R

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Price Kawasaki Z1100 SE

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