Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird vs Kawasaki Zzr1400
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird vs Kawasaki Zzr1400. Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird: 164 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 256 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 290 km/h (electronically limited; some sources cite 300+ km/h unlimitied), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Kawasaki Zzr1400: 210 hp @ 10,000 rpm (post-2012 model; earlier models ~190 hp) hp, 268 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated unrestricted ~320+ km/h), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird
Kawasaki Zzr1400
Weight (kg) — lower is better
Horsepower
164 hp @ 10,000 rpm
210 hp @ 10,000 rpm (post-2012 model; earlier models ~190 hp)
Torque
126 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
162 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
290 km/h (electronically limited; some sources cite 300+ km/h unlimitied)
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated unrestricted ~320+ km/h)
Weight
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
268 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
7.5–9.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Individual Reviews
Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird
8.5/10
"A genuinely fast, reliable classic that rewards careful buyers enormously."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Exceptional power delivery smoothness
+Comfortable for long distances
Cons
−Cam chain tensioners wear early
−Fairings scarce and pricey
−Heavy for tight urban riding
"The ultimate fast-mile machine for experienced riders who respect consequences."
Pros
+Savage, usable horsepower everywhere
+Surprisingly comfortable long distance
+Rock-solid high-speed stability
Cons
−Heavy at low speeds
−Fairings costly to replace
−Fuel economy genuinely poor
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