BMW S 1000 R 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z H2 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2020

BMW S 1000 R 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

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Overview - BMW S 1000 R 2020 vs Kawasaki Z H2 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2020

BMW S 1000 R 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 R 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z H2 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2020
Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore80 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power165 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque114 NmTorque137 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter46 mmDiameter43 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modesAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,057 mmLength2,085 mm
WidthWidth845 mmWidth810 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,439 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height814 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)205 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)239 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 R 2020

BMW S 1000 R 2020

The seating position is sporty, but by no means uncomfortable, the brakes are powerful and the engine of the S 1000 R is at its best - perhaps even a little too homogeneous. There is also nothing to complain about on the riding side. Based on the pure performance data and the installed electronic features, the BMW probably has what it takes for the fastest lap time. And that on any kind of surface, because with the semi-active suspension you can eat up kilometre after kilometre on bad roads littered with potholes. Unfortunately, this feeling of superiority never really spilled over to the driver. Probably the downside of too much balance in all areas - at least in my Italophile eyes. The BMW lacked that certain something, the charisma, which is difficult to explain but arouses genuine emotions.

powerful engine

strong brakes

comfortable ergonomics

good standard equipment

extensive range of accessories

Sluggish shift assistant

optics not 100% coherent

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 R vs Kawasaki Z H2

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