Honda VFR 1200 F 2016 vs. Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

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Overview - Honda VFR 1200 F 2016 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Technical Specifications Honda VFR 1200 F 2016 compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power142 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque129 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeDual-clutchTransmission TypeGearshift
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,237 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonSix pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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
LengthLength2,244 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth752 mmWidth790 mm
HeightHeight1,222 mmHeight1,185 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,545 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)267 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)235 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda VFR 1200 F vs Kawasaki Z1000SX

Price Honda VFR 1200 F

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Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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