Kawasaki Z H2™ SE vs Suzuki GSX-R1000X (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Z H2™ SEstacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R1000X. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKawasaki Z H2™ SESuzuki GSX-R1000X
Model year20252019
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Weight241 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS-equipped
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS-equipped
TiresPirelli® Diablo™ Rosso III: 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Pirelli® Diablo™ Rosso III: 190/55 ZR17 M/C 75W120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17

Kawasaki Z H2™ SE vs Suzuki GSX-R1000X — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kawasaki Z H2™ SE and the Suzuki GSX-R1000X usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Z H2™ SE brings its published horsepower in a 241 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX-R1000X counters with its own power figure.

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: