2024 BMW M 1000 R vs KAWASAKI Z H2 SE
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW M 1000 R 83 cm Lowest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z H2 SE 83 cm Lowest seat here
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 200 hp (KAWASAKI Z H2 SE) up to 210 hp (2024 BMW M 1000 R).
- Torque spans 113 Nm (2024 BMW M 1000 R) up to 137 Nm (KAWASAKI Z H2 SE).
- Weight spans 210 kg (2024 BMW M 1000 R) to 240 kg (KAWASAKI Z H2 SE).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW M 1000 R | KAWASAKI Z H2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | KAWASAKI |
| Model | BMW M 1000 R | KAWASAKI Z H2 SE |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 210hp | 200hp |
| Torque | 113nm. | 137nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 210kg | 240kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | 320 mm Brembo Stylema monoblock caliper with dual radial-mounted 4-piston, dual disc |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 1-piston floating caliper | 260 mm single disc with single-piston caliper. |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 ZR17 | 200/55ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting DDC Dynamic Damping Control, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable | Showa 43 mm inverted fork (SFF-CA) with KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping, manually adjustable spring preload, and top-out springs. |
| Rear suspension | Aluminum twin-sided swingarm, DDC Dynamic Damping Control (central shock absorber), adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression stages electronically adjustable | New Uni-Trak with piggyback reservoir BFRC lite gas-charged shock, KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping, manually adjustable spring preload, and top-out springs. |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 300km/h | 300km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7.3 L/100km | 19 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $21695 | $19500 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, Pro riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race, Race Pro 1–3, Pit Lane Limiter, Launch Control, -Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) +/- Shift, Wheelie Control, Slide Control, Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), shift assistant Pro, -Automatic Hill Start Control (HSC) Pro), TFT display with M start-up animation, LED headlights, rear light and turn indicators -Dynamic Damping Control (DDC), M battery, M forged wheels, Titanium rear silencer, M brake, M seat ,M brake and clutch lever -Handlebar end mirrors, Keyless Ride, Tyre pressure control (TPC), Heated grips, Cruise control |
Other Features: Full-color TFT LCD Display Electronic Cruise Control Assist & Slipper Clutch Advanced Electronic Systems Supporting Vehicle Control |
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2024 BMW M 1000 R vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z H2 SE: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW M 1000 R and 2023 KAWASAKI Z H2 SE are closely matched in displacement, while the M 1000 R has more peak power, and a lower listed weight, and the Z H2 SE has more torque.
Engine displacement
M 1000 R and Z H2 SE have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
M 1000 R has a modest listed power advantage (210 hp vs 200 hp).
Torque
Z H2 SE has a clear listed torque advantage (137 Nm vs 113 Nm).
Listed top speed
M 1000 R and Z H2 SE have very similar listed top speeds (300 km/h vs 300 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
M 1000 R is notably lighter on the listed weight (210 kg vs 240 kg). M 1000 R and Z H2 SE have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque and weight, while displacement, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW M 1000 R vs KAWASAKI Z H2 SE?
Both are listed at 300 km/h (186 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, BMW M 1000 R or KAWASAKI Z H2 SE?
BMW M 1000 R has 210 hp compared with 200 hp on the KAWASAKI Z H2 SE.
Which is lighter, BMW M 1000 R or KAWASAKI Z H2 SE?
BMW M 1000 R is lighter at 210 kg vs 240 kg for KAWASAKI Z H2 SE.
Which is better, BMW M 1000 R or KAWASAKI Z H2 SE?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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