Kawasaki Zrx1200r vs Honda Cb1300
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Zrx1200r vs Honda Cb1300. Kawasaki Zrx1200r: 108 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Honda Cb1300: 114 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 259 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 215 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Zrx1200r
Honda Cb1300
Horsepower (hp)
108 hp
114 hp
Torque (Nm)
114 Nm
114 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
215 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
259 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
108 hp @ 8,500 rpm
114 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
114 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
114 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited)
215 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
259 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5–7.5 L/100km (approximately 13–15 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Zrx1200r
8.5/10
"A muscular, characterful classic that rewards patient used buyers enormously."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine with real torque
+Timeless Eddie Lawson styling
+Comfortable for longer rides
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner issues possible
−Fairing parts increasingly scarce
−Carbs need attention if neglected
Honda Cb1300
8.2/10
"An underrated giant that rewards experienced riders with honest, dependable performance."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Massive torque, accessible powerband
+Excellent used value proposition
Cons
−Heavy below 15mph
−Fuel economy disappoints
−Rare parts outside Japan
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