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Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018 vs. Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018 vs Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018 compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore100 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power101 HPEngine power142 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque101 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,037 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel160 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel160 mmTravel144 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
RakeRake64.5 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail109 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,280 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth930 mmWidth790 mm
HeightHeight1,470 mmHeight1,185 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)233 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)235 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

Kawasaki's Z1000SX is a harmonious motorbike. Brakes, engine and chassis are all in good order. The look is a bit aggressive, but the bike is easy and transparent to ride.

Great tuned engine

strong brakes

easy driveability combined with high performance.

Sensitive to tyre choice

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT vs Kawasaki Z1000SX

Price Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT

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Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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