Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

The Kawasaki Z1000SX model year 2013 and the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE model year 2020 are both sport touring motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have an in-line engine with a bore of 77 mm and a stroke of 56 mm. The engine power of the Z1000SX is slightly higher at 142 HP compared to the Versys 1000 SE's 120 HP. However, the Versys 1000 SE has a torque of 102 Nm, which is slightly lower than the Z1000SX's 111 Nm.

Both motorcycles have an electric starter and a chain transmission. They also have four cylinders and a displacement of 1043 ccm. The front suspension of both motorcycles is an upside-down telescopic fork with adjustable compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension also has the same adjustments.

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The Z1000SX has radial, monoblock, and petal technology, while the Versys 1000 SE has radial and petal technology. The Z1000SX has traction control as an advanced rider assistance system.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The Z1000SX has a rear tire width of 190 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Versys 1000 SE has a rear tire width of 180 mm. The wheelbase of the Z1000SX is 1445 mm, while the Versys 1000 SE has a longer wheelbase of 1520 mm. The seat height of the Z1000SX is 822 mm, while the Versys 1000 SE has a higher seat height of 840 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Z1000SX is 19 liters, while the Versys 1000 SE has a larger fuel tank capacity of 21 liters.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

The strengths of the Z1000SX include its excellent engine performance, traction control, and fully adjustable suspension elements. On the other hand, the strengths of the Versys 1000 SE include high riding comfort for both the rider and passenger, great wind and weather protection, a high-quality chassis that can be adjusted precisely, and a well-controllable and rev-happy engine with strong pull.

The Z1000SX has a weakness in that it lacks a gear indicator, while the Versys 1000 SE has weaknesses in that the standard windshield is too generously dimensioned at high temperatures, and the display and mobile phone app cannot keep up with the competition.