Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx vs Bmw R 1200 Rs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx
Bmw R 1200 Rs
Horsepower (hp)
142 hp
125 hp
Torque (Nm)
111 Nm
125 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
235 kg
229 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
142 hp @ 10,000 rpm
125 hp @ 7,750 rpm
Torque
111 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
125 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
225 km/h
Weight
235 kg (wet/curb weight)
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx
8.5/10
"The sensible sport-tourer that never feels boring on Sunday."
Pros
+Exceptional real-world performance
+Cornering ABS standard fitment
+Massive 28-litre fuel tank
Cons
−Chain wears surprisingly quickly
−Panniers too narrow for helmets
−Wind noise above 90mph
Bmw R 1200 Rs
8.5/10
"A genuinely fast, comfortable sport-tourer that rewards careful used buying."
Pros
+Effortless motorway long-haul comfort
+Boxer torque immediately addictive
+Sharp handling for the size
Cons
−Spline wear on neglected bikes
−Servicing costs are significant
−Wind protection merely adequate
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