BMW R 1250 GS
BMW R 1250 GS
Standard
RM 127,500
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Kawasaki Z900
Kawasaki Z900
Standard
RM 43,900
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BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Z900 Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R 1250 GS and Kawasaki Z900, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R 1250 GS priced at RM 111,500 while the Kawasaki Z900 Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 43,900. Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki Z900 engine displacement is 948 while the BMW R 1250 GS houses a 1254 engine.

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Overview: R 1250 GS vs Z900

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Maximum Power 134 hp 123 hp
Displacement 1254 cc 948 cc

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DP RM 25,500 Installment : RM 1,490 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 8,800 Installment : RM 512 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.59/5
32 reviews
4.6/5
5 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Epitomizing fuel economy for value-based tag

    After touring on the city roads for a couple of days, I took this bike to the off-road trails of the Cameron Highlands. This was my first trail ride...

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    Jebat Jul 14, 2025 for BMW R 1250 GS
  • Limited luggage capacity, lots of vibration

    As a touring bike, the Kawasaki Z900 comes with very limited luggage capacity. The small pillion seat and sprung-up tail are not ideal for attaching...

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    R
    Rachel Aug 21, 2025 for Kawasaki Z900

From The Experts

Things we like

Hill Start Control makes slope rides easier

Twin-cylinder boxer engine delivers outstanding performance

Dynamic preload adjustment with ESA

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Dynamic Sugomi design exudes aggressive aesthetics

Powerful 948cc engine for thrilling performance

Local assembly enhances affordability and accessibility

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Things we don't like

The rear seat height is low

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Limited electronic riding aids compared to rivals

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1254 cc 948 cc
Maximum Power 134 hp 123 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 20 L 17 L
Engine Type Two Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Air/Liquid Cooled Engine 4-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, Engine
Alternator 3-Phase Alternator, 510 W --
Maximum Torque 143 Nm 98.6 Nm
Bore X Stroke 102.5 mm x 76 mm 73.4 mm x 56 mm
Exhaust Pipes 2 Into 1 Exhaust Single Exhaust
Cooling System Air/Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type oil lubricated Wet, Multi-Plate
Top Speed 200 kmph --
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Drive Type Shaft Drive Chain Drive
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Compression Ratio 12.5:1 11.8:1
No. Of Cylinder 2 4
Fuel Consumption 21 kmpl --
RPM at Maximum Torque 6250 rpm 7700 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm 9500 rpm
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Lubrication System -- Wet Sump
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Super Sport
Seating Capacity 2 2
Width 952 mm 825 mm
Length 2207 mm 2070 mm
Gross Weight 465 kg --
Height 1430 mm 1080 mm
Kerb Weight 249 kg 212 kg
Seat Height 850 mm 820 mm
Wheel Base -- 1455 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Reserve 4 L --
Ignition System -- Digital
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size R19 R17
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Runflat
Rear Tyre 170/60 R17 180/55 ZR17
Front Tyre 120/70 R19 120/70 ZR17

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Swingarm Horizontal Back-link
Front Suspension Central Spring Strut Inverted Fork
Suspension Travel(Rear) 200 mm --
Suspension Travel(Front) 190 mm --

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 11.8 Ah --

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No No
Stability Control Yes --
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Riding Modes Rain, Road Rain, Road Sport, Road Sport, Road
Shutter Lock No No
Advanced Safety Features Hill Start Control Hill Start Control --
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Tachometer Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator No Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Side Wings Yes Yes
Body Frame Type Two-Section Two-Section Trellis Trellis
Body Frame Material -- Steel Steel

Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED

Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats Yes No
Cruise Control -- No

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BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Z900 FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R 1250 GS vs Kawasaki Z900?

R 1250 GS is priced at RM 127,500 and Z900 is priced at RM 43,900. Hence Z900 is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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What is R 1250 GS vs Z900 dimension size comparison?

The R 1250 GS dimension are 2207 mm length, 952 mm width, 1430 mm height while the Z900 Dimensions are 2070 mm length, 825 mm width, 1080 mm height. Hence, the R 1250 GS is more longer, R 1250 GS is more wider and R 1250 GS is more higher.

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