Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021
Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021
The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 and the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021 are both impressive motorcycles, but they have distinct differences that set them apart.
Starting with the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021, it boasts a silky four-cylinder engine that delivers a respectable 142 HP of power and 111 Nm of torque. The engine has a displacement of 1043 ccm and features a 4-stroke configuration with 4 valves per cylinder. The bike's engine is known for needing revs to perform optimally. It has a compression ratio of 11.8 and a throttle bore of 38 mm.
In terms of suspension, the Ninja 1000SX is equipped with an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 41 mm in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock in the rear. Both the front and rear suspension offer adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound. The bike's frame is made of aluminum, providing a lightweight and sturdy construction. It has a trail of 102 mm.
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021
The braking system on the Ninja 1000SX includes double disk brakes with a diameter of 300 mm in the front. The brakes utilize radial, monoblock, and petal technology and are manufactured by Tokico. The front tire has a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire measures 190 mm in width and 17 inches in diameter. The wheelbase is 1440 mm, and the seat height is 834.98 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 19 liters.
Moving on to the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021, it offers a more powerful engine with 203 HP of power and 114.9 Nm of torque. The engine has a displacement of 998 ccm and features a 4-stroke configuration with 4 valves per cylinder. It has a higher compression ratio of 13 and a throttle bore of 47 mm. The engine is known for its high-revving nature and strong performance.
The suspension setup on the Ninja ZX-10R is similar to the Ninja 1000SX, with an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 43 mm in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock in the rear. Both the front and rear suspension offer adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound. The frame is also made of aluminum, providing a lightweight and durable structure. It has a slightly larger trail of 105 mm.
The braking system on the Ninja ZX-10R includes double disk brakes with a diameter of 330 mm in the front. The brakes utilize radial and petal technology and are manufactured by Brembo. The tire dimensions, wheelbase, seat height, and fuel tank capacity are the same as the Ninja 1000SX.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021
In terms of strengths, the Ninja 1000SX excels in its silky four-cylinder engine, comfortable yet sporty ergonomics, wind protection, standard electronics package, stability thanks to the full fairing, and accessibility. On the other hand, the Ninja ZX-10R stands out with its high-quality workmanship, strong components, high-revving and powerful engine, great wind protection and aerodynamics, good seating position for tall riders, high-quality electronics package, powerful brakes, and well-balanced chassis.
However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The Ninja 1000SX's engine requires higher revs, the electronics could be more user-friendly, and the windshield can only be adjusted with two hands. The Ninja ZX-10R experiences load change reactions in the partial load range, has a somewhat slow quickshifter, and a relatively small display.
In conclusion, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 is a sport touring motorcycle that offers a comfortable and accessible riding experience, while the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021 is a supersport bike that delivers high-performance and impressive handling.
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021
A sports tourer of the old school. The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX fulfils all the points you would expect from this bike category. Added to this is a comprehensive electronics package that offers everything you could wish for when travelling - and at no extra charge! The fact that the operation is perhaps not quite as intuitive as the competition already manages, is forgiven at the latest when you take a look at the price tag.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021
Kawasaki offers a mature overall package with the Ninja ZX-10R in the 2021 model year, which with the new front end also really looks like 2021. The bike offers surprisingly good space for the rider and you feel comfortable in the saddle. The rev-happy engine leaves nothing to be desired - except perhaps more discipline in the part-load range. To make the project a success, Kawasaki relies on high-quality ingredients: Showa suspension, Öhlins steering dampers, Brembo brakes with 330 discs and high-quality electronics. Thanks to the good electronics and the superior engine, the Ninja ZX-10R even cuts quite a figure on country roads - as long as you are willing to suffer a little in terms of seating position due to the concept.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 and a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 14. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX with 118 days compared to 177 days for a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 13 reviews for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX and 51 reviews for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R since model year 2005. The first review for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX was published on 11/5/2019 and now has more than 40,500 views. This compares to more than 2,900 views for the first review on Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R published on 1/11/2004.
