BMW S 1000 RR vs Kawasaki Z H2 SE Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	The enhanced engine that transmits an outstanding performance  The presence of shift cam technology offers an adaptable ride The CBU litre-class supersport is worth the price of the motorcycle  Loaded with refined electronic assistance Read More	Supercharged engine for exhilarating acceleration Upgraded suspension for enhanced ride quality Advanced electronic aids for improved safety and control Striking design that demands attention Read More
Things we don't like	The brake bike and feel could have been better The dealerships have a very limited reach to other countries  The refinement of the engine is below average with its Japanese inline-four rivals. Read More	Higher price compared to non-supercharged competitors Limited color options Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	999 cc	998 cc
Maximum Power	210 hp	--
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 L	19 L
Engine Type	4 Cylinder, 4-Stroke ,Liquid Cooled Engine	4-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, with Supercharger Engine
Compression Ratio	13.3:1	11.2:1
Top Speed	300 kmph	--
Maximum Torque	113 Nm	137 Nm
Injection Type	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Exhaust Pipes	4 Into 1 Exhaust	4 Into 1 Exhaust
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Plate	Wet, Multi-Plate
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Bore X Stroke	80 mm x 49.7 mm	76 mm x 55 mm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
No. Of Cylinder	4	4
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
RPM at Maximum Power	13750 rpm	--
RPM at Maximum Torque	11000 rpm	8500 rpm
Lubrication System	--	Wet Sump

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Dimension

Category	Super Sport	Super Sport
Wheel Base	1457 mm	1455 mm
Width	848 mm	815 mm
Seat Height	824 mm	834 mm
Length	2073 mm	2085 mm
Height	1205 mm	1130 mm
Kerb Weight	210 kg	240 kg
Dry Weight	175 kg	--
Gross Weight	407 kg	--
Seating Capacity	1	2

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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Supply System	EFI	Fuel Injection
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Ignition System	--	Digital

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	Telescopic	Inverted Fork
Rear Suspension	Swing Arm	Uni Trak

Electrical

Battery Voltage	12 V	12 V
Charger Type	No	--

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Type	Runflat	Runflat
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	190/55 ZR17	190/55 ZR17
Front Wheel Size	R17	R17
Rear Wheel Size	R17	R17

Gear & Transmission

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

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	Yes
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Stability Control	Yes	--
Traction Control	Yes	--
Riding Modes	Sport, Race Sport, Race	Sport, Road Sport, Road
Side Reflectors	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	--
Shutter Lock	No	--
Launch Control	--	No
Engine Check Warning	--	Yes
Back Rest	--	No
Leg Guards	--	No

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Console

Odometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Speedometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Display Screen	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Side Stand Indicator	--	Yes

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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material	Alloy Alloy	Steel Steel
Seat Type	Single Seat Single Seat	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type	Bridge Type Bridge Type	Trellis Trellis
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Side Wings	--	Yes

Brake

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

Electrical

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

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats	Yes	No
Cruise Control	--	Yes