Kawasaki Zzr1400 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 Zzr1400
Kawasaki Z1000sx
Horsepower (hp)
210 hp
140 hp
Torque (Nm)
162 Nm
111 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
299 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
268 kg
235 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
210 hp @ 10,000 rpm (post-2012 model; earlier models ~190 hp)
140 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
162 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm
Top Speed
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated unrestricted ~320+ km/h)
240 km/h (estimated, electronically limited)
Weight
268 kg (wet/curb weight)
235 kg (wet/curb weight, with panniers)
Fuel
7.5–9.0 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 Zzr1400
8.5/10
"The ultimate fast-mile machine for experienced riders who respect consequences."
Pros
+Savage, usable horsepower everywhere
+Surprisingly comfortable long distance
+Rock-solid high-speed stability
Cons
−Heavy at low speeds
−Fairings costly to replace
−Fuel economy genuinely poor
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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