Kawasaki Z H2 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

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Overview - Kawasaki Z H2 2020 vs Kawasaki Z1000 2013

The Kawasaki Z H2 2020 and the Kawasaki Z1000 2013 are both naked bikes with inline engines and liquid cooling. However, there are several key differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 has a significant advantage with 200 HP compared to the Kawasaki Z1000 2013's 138 HP. This makes the Z H2 a much more powerful and high-performance bike.

The torque of the Z H2 is also higher at 137 Nm compared to the Z1000's 110 Nm. This means that the Z H2 will have better acceleration and pulling power.

Both bikes have four cylinders, but the Z H2 has a larger displacement at 998 ccm compared to the Z1000's 1043 ccm. This means that the Z H2 will have a higher top speed and overall performance.

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks with adjustable compression, preload, and rebound. However, the Z H2's suspension strut can become a bit spongy during sporty riding, which is a weakness compared to the Z1000.

The chassis of the Z H2 is made of steel, while the Z1000 has an aluminum frame. This gives the Z1000 a slight advantage in terms of weight and agility.

Both bikes have double disk brakes with four pistons and radial technology. However, the Z H2 has monoblock brakes, which are considered to be more advanced and provide better braking performance compared to the Z1000's petal brakes.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The Z H2 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1455 mm compared to the Z1000's 1440 mm. The Z H2 also has a higher seat height at 830 mm compared to the Z1000's 815 mm. Additionally, the Z H2 has a larger fuel tank capacity at 19 liters compared to the Z1000's 15 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Z H2 has an incomparable engine with full power and easy control. It also has a pleasant seating position and high riding comfort for a naked bike. The Z H2 has a stable and transparent handling and a quiet but charismatic sound. It is also a bike that can be ridden carefree in everyday life.

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

The Z1000's strengths lie in its powerful engine, rich sound, and unique design.

However, the Z H2 does have some weaknesses. The quickshifter makes interventions that take too long, and the suspension strut can become spongy during sporty riding. Additionally, the Z H2's exclusive status may have warranted exclusive components all around.

The Z1000's weaknesses include the lack of traction control and a nervous chassis.

In conclusion, the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 is a more powerful and high-performance bike compared to the Kawasaki Z1000 2013. It has a more advanced suspension system and a larger fuel tank capacity. However, it does have some weaknesses in terms of the quickshifter and suspension. The Z1000, on the other hand, has a unique design and a powerful engine but lacks traction control and has a nervous chassis.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z H2 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Kawasaki Z H2 2020
Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power200 HPEngine power138 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpm
TorqueTorque137 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountUni TrakShock mountdirect
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,085 mmLength2,095 mm
WidthWidth810 mmWidth805 mm
HeightHeight1,130 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height815 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

The fascinating power unit of the Kawasaki not only inspires as a motif for quartet cards or at the regulars' table. The engine is made for practical use. In the saddle of the bike, you can enjoy the thrust in every situation. Commands from the throttle are implemented directly, intensively but also controllably. However, the bike is not an athletic sportsman but a beefy naked bike. It always scores when sovereignty and power are required.

Incomparable engine

full power

easy to control power unit

pleasant seating position

high riding comfort for a naked bike

quiet but charismatic sound

stable and transparent handling

despite the extravagant drive, a motorbike that can be ridden carefree in everyday life.

Quickshifter OK

but makes interventions that take too long

suspension strut becomes a bit spongy during sporty riding

the exclusive motorbike deserved exclusive components all round

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

Kawasaki Z1000 2013

All in all, the new Z1000 is a successful further development of its predecessor. The lack of traction control is more of a marketing problem than a problem for end customers.

Powerful engine

rich sound

unique design

No traction control

nervous chassis

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z H2 vs Kawasaki Z1000

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z H2 2020 and a Kawasaki Z1000 2013. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z H2 2020 is about 78% higher. A Kawasaki Z H2 2020 experiences a loss of 630 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 730 USD for a Kawasaki Z1000 2013. Compared to Kawasaki Z1000 2013 there are more Kawasaki Z H2 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z1000 with 69 days compared to 148 days for the Kawasaki Z H2. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 14 reviews for the Kawasaki Z H2 and 41 reviews for the Kawasaki Z1000 since model year 2005. The first review for the Kawasaki Z H2 was published on 10/10/2019 and now has more than 82,500 views. This compares to more than 5,800 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z1000 published on 9/2/2002.

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