Kawasaki Zrx1200r vs Kawasaki Zrx1100
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Zrx1200r vs Kawasaki Zrx1100. 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. Kawasaki Zrx1100: 100 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h (estimated, note: limited by upright aerodynamics), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Zrx1200r
Kawasaki Zrx1100
Horsepower (hp)
108 hp
100 hp
Torque (Nm)
114 Nm
101 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
228 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
108 hp @ 8,500 rpm
100 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
114 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
101 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited)
225 km/h (estimated, note: limited by upright aerodynamics)
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 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
Kawasaki Zrx1100
8.0/10
"A genuinely great naked bruiser that rewards patient buyers who inspect carefully."
Pros
+Near-indestructible engine
+Genuinely involving power delivery
+Strong parts availability still
Cons
−Carbs demand regular attention
−Front brakes feel dated
−Mediocre wet-weather handling
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