Kawasaki Z1000 2008 vs. Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 2008 vs Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2008 compared to Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Z1000 2008
Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power127 HPEngine power145 HP
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement953 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity16.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Kawasaki Z1000 2008

Those who don't think 125 hp is enough only do so until they start kicking off and you can feel how much they want it.

great performance

strong engine

pleasant driving experience.

Relatively heavy

chassis somewhat complicated.

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

The 1-litre version of the Neo Sport Cafe Racer shows that it doesn't always have to be the golden mean. In all honesty, it has to be said that the largest of all the representatives also feels the most "grown-up". The electronic equipment of the 1000 in the + version leaves almost nothing to be desired and the handling is extremely rider-friendly for this class. Playfully easy cornering with a well-tuned chassis, snappy brakes and low weight seem to be the recipe for success in terms of smoothness. In terms of performance, the CB1000R+ unfortunately has to make concessions. With 145 hp, the Honda is not a brute rocket, but it is all the more controllable for it. And 145 hp with a full tank of 213 kg is more than enough for maximum riding pleasure on country roads!

Flawless responsiveness of the power unit

Honda-typical extremely rideable 1000

Good electronics package (ABS, traction control, riding modes..)

Smooth and precise gearbox

Excellent functioning quickshifter

Black/white LCD not quite up to date and not ideally readable in direct sunlight

tall pilots may have space problems with their knees at the tank

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 vs Honda CB 1000 R

Price Kawasaki Z1000

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Price Honda CB 1000 R

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