2024 BMW M 1000 XR 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 XR 85 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z H2 SE 83 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 200 hp (KAWASAKI Z H2 SE) up to 201 hp (2024 BMW M 1000 XR).
- Torque spans 113 Nm (2024 BMW M 1000 XR) up to 137 Nm (KAWASAKI Z H2 SE).
- Weight spans 223 kg (2024 BMW M 1000 XR) to 240 kg (KAWASAKI Z H2 SE).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW M 1000 XR | KAWASAKI Z H2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | KAWASAKI |
| Model | BMW M 1000 XR | KAWASAKI Z H2 SE |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 201hp | 200hp |
| Torque | 113nm. | 137nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 223kg | 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) | 85cm | 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 rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | 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 | Touring | Naked |
| Top speed | 290km/h | 300km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 7.2 L/100km | 19 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $24295 | $19500 |
| 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 |
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 XR vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z H2 SE: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW M 1000 XR and 2023 KAWASAKI Z H2 SE are closely matched in peak power and displacement, while the M 1000 XR has a lower listed weight, and the Z H2 SE has more torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
M 1000 XR and Z H2 SE have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
M 1000 XR and Z H2 SE have very similar peak power (201 hp vs 200 hp).
Torque
Z H2 SE has a clear listed torque advantage (137 Nm vs 113 Nm).
Listed top speed
Z H2 SE has a modest listed top-speed advantage (300 km/h vs 290 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 240 kg). Z H2 SE has a lower listed seat height (83 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement and peak power remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW M 1000 XR vs KAWASAKI Z H2 SE?
KAWASAKI Z H2 SE is listed at 300 km/h (186 mph) vs 290 km/h (180 mph) for BMW M 1000 XR.
Which has more horsepower, BMW M 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Z H2 SE?
BMW M 1000 XR has 201 hp compared with 200 hp on the KAWASAKI Z H2 SE.
Which is lighter, BMW M 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Z H2 SE?
BMW M 1000 XR is lighter at 223 kg vs 240 kg for KAWASAKI Z H2 SE.
Which is better, BMW M 1000 XR 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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