2024 BMW S 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 S 1000 XR 84 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX 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 142 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX) up to 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Torque spans 111 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX) up to 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) to 235 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 XR | KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | KAWASAKI |
| Model | BMW S 1000 XR | KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 142hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 111nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 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 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | 250 mm single disc, Single-piston 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) | 41 mm inverted fork, stepless compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | Horizontal back-link, gas-charged, stepless rebound damping, spring preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Touring |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km | 19 L – 6 L/100km |
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| Price | $17495 | $13699 |
| 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 1000SX: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW S 1000 XR and 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the S 1000 XR has more peak power, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
S 1000 XR and Ninja 1000SX have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 XR has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 142 hp).
Torque
S 1000 XR and Ninja 1000SX have very similar listed torque (114 Nm vs 111 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 XR and Ninja 1000SX have very similar listed top speeds (280 km/h vs 280 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
S 1000 XR has a modest listed weight advantage (227 kg vs 235 kg). S 1000 XR and Ninja 1000SX have very similar seat heights (84 cm vs 83.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and weight, while displacement, torque, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 XR vs KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX?
Both are listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX?
BMW S 1000 XR has 170 hp compared with 142 hp on the KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 XR or KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX?
BMW S 1000 XR is lighter at 227 kg vs 235 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX.
Which is better, BMW S 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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