Kawasaki ZX-10R vs Suzuki GSX-R1000
The Kawasaki ZX-10R is more powerful, while the Suzuki GSX-R1000 is lighter; they are very close in specifications. The Kawasaki ZX-10R produces 200 hp (149 kW), but that small output gap does not create a clear use-case separation. Both are sport motorcycles with closely matched core figures, so the useful distinctions here are the Suzuki’s lower seat and the Kawasaki’s larger tank. Choose based on those concrete differences rather than expecting a broad performance divide.
Kawasaki ZX-10R vs Suzuki GSX-R1000: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki ZX-10RModel year 2019 | Suzuki GSX-R1000Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998 cm³ | 1,000 cm³ |
| Power | 200 hp (149 kW) — Favorable value | 198 hp (148 kW) |
| Wet weight | 206 kg | 202 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 835 mm | 825 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L — Favorable value | 16 L |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki ZX-10RModel year 2019 | Suzuki GSX-R1000Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998 cm³ | 1,000 cm³ |
| Power | 200 hp (149 kW) — Favorable value | 198 hp (148 kW) |
| Torque | 114.9 Nm | 117 Nm — Favorable value |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Bore × stroke | 76.0 x 55.0 mm | 76.0 x 55.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 13.0:1 | 13.2:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki ZX-10RModel year 2019 | Suzuki GSX-R1000Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual | Wet, multi-plate type |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki ZX-10RModel year 2019 | Suzuki GSX-R1000Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 206 kg | 202 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 835 mm | 825 mm |
| Length | 2,085 mm | 2,075 mm |
| Width | 740 mm | 705 mm |
| Height | 1,145 mm | 1,145 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,395 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm | 130 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L — Favorable value | 16 L |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki ZX-10RModel year 2019 | Suzuki GSX-R1000Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Twin spar, cast aluminium | Aluminum |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted Balance Free Fork, adjustable stepless rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link with BFRC lite gas-charged shock, piggyback reservoir, | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Front wheel travel | 119 mm | 120 mm |
| Rear wheel travel | 140 mm | 130 mm |
| Rake | 25.0° | 25.0° |
| Trail | 107 mm | 100 mm |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki ZX-10RModel year 2019 | Suzuki GSX-R1000Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs. Optional ABS. | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Front brake diameter | 330 mm | 310 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 220 mm | 220 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 | 120/70-R17 |
| Rear tire | 190/55-ZR17 | 190/55-R17 |
Key differences
This comparison uses Kawasaki ZX-10R from 2019 and Suzuki GSX-R1000 from 2019.
Power
Kawasaki ZX-10R
200 hp (149 kW)
Highlighted valueSuzuki GSX-R1000
198 hp (148 kW)
Wet weight
Kawasaki ZX-10R
206 kg
Suzuki GSX-R1000
202 kg
Highlighted valueEngine capacity
Kawasaki ZX-10R
998 cm³
Suzuki GSX-R1000
1,000 cm³
Torque
Kawasaki ZX-10R
114.9 Nm
Suzuki GSX-R1000
117 Nm
Highlighted valueSeat height
Kawasaki ZX-10R
835 mm
Suzuki GSX-R1000
825 mm
Highlighted valueKawasaki ZX-10R vs Suzuki GSX-R1000: which one to choose?
very close in specifications
- Choose Suzuki GSX-R1000 for its 10 mm lower seat than the Kawasaki ZX-10R.
- Choose Kawasaki ZX-10R for its 17 L tank, larger than the Suzuki GSX-R1000's.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has more power?
- The Kawasaki ZX-10R is rated at 200 hp (149 kW), compared with the Suzuki GSX-R1000 at 198 hp (148 kW).
- Which has the lower seat?
- The Suzuki GSX-R1000 has the lower seat at 825 mm, compared with 835 mm on the Kawasaki ZX-10R.
- Which has the larger fuel tank?
- The Kawasaki ZX-10R has the larger tank at 17 L; the Suzuki GSX-R1000 has a 16 L tank.