Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 vs Kawasaki Concours 14
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 vs Kawasaki Concours 14. Moto Guzzi Norge 1200: 105 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 259 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Kawasaki Concours 14: 155 hp @ 8,800 rpm hp, 319 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 250 km/h (electronically limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Moto Guzzi Norge 1200
Kawasaki Concours 14
Horsepower (hp)
105 hp
155 hp
Torque (Nm)
107 Nm
155 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
250 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
259 kg
319 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
105 hp @ 7,500 rpm
155 hp @ 8,800 rpm
Torque
107 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
155 Nm @ 6,200 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
250 km/h (electronically limited)
Weight
259 kg (wet/curb weight)
319 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi Norge 1200
7.8/10
"Brilliant underdog tourer for riders valuing character over convenience."
Pros
+Massive torque, effortless cruising
+Shaft drive, zero chain fuss
+Surprisingly comfortable long-distance
Cons
−Bevel gear seal leaks
−Parts availability can suffer
−Dated electronics and infotainment
Kawasaki Concours 14
8.5/10
"The ultimate budget sport-tourer if heat and heft don't scare you."
Pros
+Savage, reliable 1400cc engine
+Shaft drive, zero chain fuss
+Exceptional two-up capability
Cons
−Brutal summer heat soak
−Wallowy solo suspension setup
−Heavy at low-speed maneuvers
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