2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX 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 S 1000 XR 84 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) up to 200 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE).
- Torque spans 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) up to 137.3 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) to 267 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 XR | KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | KAWASAKI |
| Model | BMW S 1000 XR | KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 200hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 137.3nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 267kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | Dual 320mm discs, ABS, Brembo calipers |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | Single disc, ABS, Brembo caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 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) | ø43 mm inverted fork with KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping, manually adjustable spring preload, and top-out springs. |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | New Uni-Trak with piggyback reservoir BFRC lite gas-charged shock, KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping, and electronically adjustable spring preload. |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Touring |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 300km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km | 19 L – 6 L/100km |
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| Price | $17495 | $28900 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Headlight Pro (daytime riding light icon & adaptive headlight; observe country-specific regulations) -Riding modes Pro (incl. HSC Pro, MSR, ABS Pro & DTC) -Dynamic ESA chassis, Keyless Ride, Integrated case holder, Toll pass compartment -Storage compartment under seat, USB charging interface, Emergency call |
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2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW S 1000 XR and 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE are closely matched in displacement, while the S 1000 XR has a lower listed weight, and the Ninja H2 SX SE has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
S 1000 XR and Ninja H2 SX SE have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Ninja H2 SX SE has a clear listed power advantage (200 hp vs 170 hp).
Torque
Ninja H2 SX SE has a clear listed torque advantage (137.3 Nm vs 114 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja H2 SX SE has a modest listed top-speed advantage (300 km/h vs 280 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
S 1000 XR is notably lighter on the listed weight (227 kg vs 267 kg). S 1000 XR and Ninja H2 SX SE have very similar seat heights (84 cm vs 83.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 XR vs KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE?
KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE is listed at 300 km/h (186 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for BMW S 1000 XR.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE?
KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE has 200 hp compared with 170 hp on the BMW S 1000 XR.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE?
BMW S 1000 XR is lighter at 227 kg vs 267 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX SE.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Ninja H2 SX 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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