Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022 vs. Indian Sport Chief 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022

Indian Sport Chief 2024

Indian Sport Chief 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022 vs Indian Sport Chief 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022

Indian Sport Chief 2024

Indian Sport Chief 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022 compared to Indian Sport Chief 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022
Indian Sport Chief 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore77 mmBore103.2 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke113 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power88 HP
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque162 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,200 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel144 mmTravel100 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake28 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail111 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
BrandBrandTokicoBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter16 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,301 mm
WidthWidth825 mmWidth842 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,270 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,640 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height834.98 mmSeat Height686 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)235 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)311 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity15.1 l

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentConnectivity, Keyless System, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2022

A sports tourer of the old school. The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX fulfils all the points you would expect from this bike category. Added to this is a comprehensive electronics package that offers everything you could wish for when travelling - and at no extra charge! The fact that the operation is perhaps not quite as intuitive as the competition already manages, is forgiven at the latest when you take a look at the price tag.

silky four-cylinder

comfortable yet sporty ergonomics

wind protection

standard electronics package

lots of stability thanks to full fairing

very accessible.

Engine needs revs

electronics could be more user-friendly

windshield only adjustable with two hands

Indian Sport Chief 2024

Indian Sport Chief 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Indian Sport Chief

Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

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