Kawasaki Zx-10rr vs Bmw S 1000 Rr
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Zx-10rr
Bmw S 1000 Rr
Horsepower (hp)
214 hp
210 hp
Torque (Nm)
114.9 Nm
113 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
299 km/h
299 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
207 kg
197 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
214 hp @ 13,000 rpm
210 hp @ 13,500 rpm (2019+ model with ShiftCam)
Torque
114.9 Nm @ 11,500 rpm
113 Nm @ 11,000 rpm
Top Speed
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated ~305+ km/h unlimited)
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated ~306 km/h unlimitited)
Weight
207 kg (wet/curb weight)
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5–9.5 L/100km (typical real-world average; estimate)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Zx-10rr
8.5/10
"A serious machine demanding serious scrutiny before purchase."
Pros
+Exotic homologation spec components
+Brilliant Öhlins suspension setup
+Cornering ABS genuinely excellent
Cons
−Parts costs are brutal
−Track history hard to verify
−Aggressive ergonomics punish commuters
Bmw S 1000 Rr
9.0/10
"Unbeatable superbike if you buy one with full history."
Pros
+Class-leading electronics suite
+Exceptional engine refinement
+Strong long-term reliability
Cons
−Expensive maintenance costs throughout
−Track damage often hidden
−Upright riding position punishing