2024 BMW M 1000 XR vs KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX
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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 XR 85 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 cm.
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 142 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX) up to 201 hp (2024 BMW M 1000 XR).
- Torque spans 111 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX) up to 113 Nm (2024 BMW M 1000 XR).
- Weight spans 223 kg (2024 BMW M 1000 XR) to 235 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW M 1000 XR | KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | KAWASAKI |
| Model | BMW M 1000 XR | KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 201hp | 142hp |
| Torque | 113nm. | 111nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 223kg | 235kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | 300 mm dual disc, Radially mounted monoblock 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 1-piston floating caliper | 250 mm single disc, Single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 ZR17 | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | 41 mm inverted fork, stepless compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Aluminum twin-sided swingarm, DDC Dynamic Damping Control (central shock absorber), adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression stages electronically adjustable | Horizontal back-link, gas-charged, stepless rebound damping, spring preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Touring |
| Top speed | 290km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 7.2 L/100km | 19 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $24295 | $13699 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Riding modes Pro (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, Headlight Pro with adaptive headlight, Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) -M battery, M Forged wheels, M titanium rear silencer, M brake, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, Sport windscreen -Adjustable steering damper, M seat, M brake and clutch lever, Keyless Ride, Tyre pressure control (TPC) -Heated grips, Cruise control, USB charging interface |
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2024 BMW M 1000 XR vs 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW M 1000 XR and 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the M 1000 XR has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
M 1000 XR and Ninja 1000SX have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
M 1000 XR has a clear listed power advantage (201 hp vs 142 hp).
Torque
M 1000 XR and Ninja 1000SX have very similar listed torque (113 Nm vs 111 Nm).
Listed top speed
M 1000 XR has a modest listed top-speed advantage (290 km/h vs 280 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
M 1000 XR has a modest listed weight advantage (223 kg vs 235 kg). Ninja 1000SX has a lower listed seat height (83.5 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement and torque remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW M 1000 XR vs KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX?
BMW M 1000 XR is listed at 290 km/h (180 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX.
Which has more horsepower, BMW M 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX?
BMW M 1000 XR has 201 hp compared with 142 hp on the KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX.
Which is lighter, BMW M 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX?
BMW M 1000 XR is lighter at 223 kg vs 235 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX.
Which is better, BMW M 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX?
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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