2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs KAWASAKI Z900
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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 R 1300 GS 85 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z900 82 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3 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 125 hp (KAWASAKI Z900) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Torque spans 98.6 Nm (KAWASAKI Z900) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Weight spans 212 kg (KAWASAKI Z900) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (KAWASAKI Z900) to 1100 cc (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
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| Specification | BMW R 1300 GS | KAWASAKI Z900 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | KAWASAKI |
| Model | BMW R 1300 GS | KAWASAKI Z900 |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 145hp | 125hp |
| Torque | 149nm. | 98.6nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 237kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. | 300 mm dual disc, 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper | 250 mm single disc, single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 x R19 | 120/70ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 x R17 | 180/55ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. | 41 mm inverted fork, continuously adjustable compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable |
| Rear suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. | Horizontal back-link, continuously adjustable rebound damping, spring preload, and preload adjustability |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 5 L/100km | 17 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18895 | $9899 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad Connectivity with TFT display Matrix LED headlights Daytime running lights Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) -BMW Motorrad Fully Integrated ABS Pro 4 riding modes (Eco, Rain, Road, Enduro) Hill Start Control (HSC) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) -Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) Motor drag torque control (MSR) Tire Pressure Control (RDC) Keyless Ride Heated grips Smartphone charging compartment with USB charging socket Handguard protection with integrated turn signal indicators |
-Assist Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator |
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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z900: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2023 KAWASAKI Z900 differ on the listed specifications: the R 1300 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the Z900 has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
R 1300 GS has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
R 1300 GS has a clear listed power advantage (145 hp vs 125 hp).
Torque
R 1300 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 98.6 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1300 GS and Z900 have very similar listed top speeds (240 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Z900 is notably lighter on the listed weight (212 kg vs 237 kg). Z900 has a lower listed seat height (82 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, weight and seat height, while listed top speed remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs KAWASAKI Z900?
Both are listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or KAWASAKI Z900?
BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 125 hp on the KAWASAKI Z900.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or KAWASAKI Z900?
KAWASAKI Z900 is lighter at 212 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or KAWASAKI Z900?
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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