Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 vs. BMW S 1000 XR 2020

In terms of engine performance, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 has a more powerful engine with 165 HP compared to the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021's 142 HP. The BMW also has a higher torque of 114 Nm compared to the Ninja's 111 Nm. Both bikes have a 4-stroke, in-line, 4-cylinder engine type with a displacement of 999cc for the BMW and 1043cc for the Kawasaki.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The travel and adjustment options are similar, with the BMW having a slightly higher front suspension travel of 150 mm compared to the Ninja's 120 mm. The rear suspension travel is the same for both bikes at 144 mm. Both bikes have adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for the front and rear suspension.

Both bikes have an aluminum frame and double disk brakes in the front. The BMW has slightly larger front brake disks with a diameter of 320 mm compared to the Ninja's 300 mm. Both bikes have advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW has a longer wheelbase of 1552 mm compared to the Ninja's 1440 mm. The seat height is slightly higher for the BMW at 840 mm compared to the Ninja's 834.98 mm. The BMW also has a slightly lower kerb weight with ABS at 226 kg compared to the Ninja's 235 kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 19 liters for the Ninja and 20 liters for the BMW.

Both bikes have similar equipment such as LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, TFT displays, and adjustable windscreens.

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 is praised for its smooth four-cylinder engine, comfortable yet sporty ergonomics, wind protection, standard electronics package, stability due to its full fairing, and accessibility.

On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 is praised for its great connection and integration with mobile phones, including good navigation software. It also has a great revving four-cylinder engine with a wide usable rev band, pleasant engine tuning, practical riding modes that change response behavior, a well-balanced vehicle even with a pillion passenger thanks to electronic chassis with automatic load condition detection, good brakes, good wind and weather protection, adjustable windshield with one hand, and a good quickshifter. The BMW also offers plenty of choices in terms of customization.

In terms of weaknesses, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021's engine may require higher revs, and its electronics could be more user-friendly. The windshield can only be adjusted with two hands. The BMW S 1000 XR 2020 has a slightly narrow knee angle on long tours for tall people, and its suspension damping may not be sensitive enough to provide a truly comfortable setup.