Kawasaki Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS vs Aprilia RSV4 (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Ninja® 1100SX SE ABSstacks up against the Aprilia RSV4. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Kawasaki Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS | Aprilia RSV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $15,799 | $19,999 |
| Engine | 1099 cc | 1099 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 217 hp |
| Torque | — | 125 Nm |
| Weight | 213 kg | 202 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.0 L | 18.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 6 speed, Chain | 6-speed manual |
| Front brakes | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual 330mm discs |
| Rear brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Single 220mm disc |
| Tires | Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S23: 120/70ZR17 (58W) / Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S23: 190/50ZR17 (73W) | 120/70-17 front, 200/55-17 rear |
Kawasaki Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS vs Aprilia RSV4 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Kawasaki Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS and the Aprilia RSV4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS brings its published horsepower in a 213 kg package, while the Aprilia RSV4 counters with 217 hp at 202 kg. On price, the Kawasaki Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: