KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX
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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.
- KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX 84.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 152 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX).
- Torque spans 106 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX) up to 111 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX).
- Weight spans 232 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX) to 235 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX | SUZUKI GSX S1000GX |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | SUZUKI |
| Model | KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX | SUZUKI GSX S1000GX |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 142hp | 152hp |
| Torque | 111nm. | 106nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 235kg | 232kg |
| Front brake | 300 mm dual disc, Radially mounted monoblock 4-piston caliper | Brembo, radially mounted 4-piston calipers, dual 310mm disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc, Single-piston caliper | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 83.5cm | 84.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W) | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted fork, stepless compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustable | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped with remote, electronically controlled tuning |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal back-link, gas-charged, stepless rebound damping, spring preload adjustable | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped with remote, electronically controlled tuning |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Touring |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 6 L/100km | 19 L – 6.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13699 | $18499 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | Additional Features:
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-Smart TLR Control, Lift Limiter, Roll Torque Control, Active Damping Control, Suzuki Road Adaptive Stabilization -Smart Cruise Control, 6.5-inch full-color TFT instrument, Traction Control System, Ride-by-Wire |
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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX and 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX are closely matched in weight and torque, while the Ninja 1000SX has the higher listed top speed, and the GSX S1000GX has more peak power.
Engine displacement
Ninja 1000SX and GSX S1000GX have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
GSX S1000GX has a modest listed power advantage (152 hp vs 142 hp).
Torque
Ninja 1000SX and GSX S1000GX have very similar listed torque (111 Nm vs 106 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja 1000SX has a modest listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 260 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja 1000SX and GSX S1000GX have very similar listed weights (235 kg vs 232 kg). Ninja 1000SX and GSX S1000GX have very similar seat heights (83.5 cm vs 84.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and listed top speed, while displacement, torque, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX vs SUZUKI GSX S1000GX?
KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for SUZUKI GSX S1000GX.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX or SUZUKI GSX S1000GX?
SUZUKI GSX S1000GX has 152 hp compared with 142 hp on the KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX or SUZUKI GSX S1000GX?
SUZUKI GSX S1000GX is lighter at 232 kg vs 235 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja 1000SX or SUZUKI GSX S1000GX?
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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