Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx vs Kawasaki Z1000sx
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
Kawasaki Z1000sx
Horsepower (hp)
142 hp
140 hp
Torque (Nm)
111 Nm
111 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
235 kg
235 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
142 hp @ 10,000 rpm
140 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
111 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
240 km/h (estimated, electronically limited)
Weight
235 kg (wet/curb weight)
235 kg (wet/curb weight, with panniers)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical 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
Kawasaki Z1000sx
8.0/10
"A genuinely versatile sport-tourer that rewards experienced riders handsomely."
Pros
+Stonking inline-four engine
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring chassis
+Genuinely practical with panniers
Cons
−Stock seat needs replacing
−Pre-2017 lacks cornering ABS
−Fairing panels expensive to replace
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