Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022
BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore73.4 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque98.5 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore52 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel190 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake65 degreeRake62.9 degree
TrailTrail98 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFloating caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, 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 diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,207 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth952.5 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)249 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange326 kmRange421 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions124 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions110 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Kawasaki has done everything right with the Z900RS SE. The fact that the already very good and extremely charismatic Z900RS has been further upgraded with noble components not only feeds pride of ownership, but also brings the small advantages in the very sporty serious case that bring the summit victory. I would modify the saying "The better is the enemy of the good" for RS SE and RS as follows: "The better is the friend of the good." Whether RS or RS SE, retro at its best.

Exclusivity

Öhlins shock

Brembo with Stahlflex

Classic round clocks

Powerful engine

Few electronics

No cruise control

Always sold out right away

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

The BMW R 1250 GS presents itself as a very complete motorbike even in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it convinces on intensive rides. The motorbike scores points with its wonderful engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in direct comparison with other touring enduros in the top league, it is now showing its first weaknesses in terms of equipment and the components installed. However, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.

Extremely torquey boxer engine

Comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

Great app integration

Sophisticated operating concept

Great ergonomics

Many customisation options

Great handling with strong confidence in the front

Easy driveability.

Shifting is awkward at low revs

seat too lax

brakes and suspension no longer on a par with the strong competition.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS SE vs BMW R 1250 GS

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS SE

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