BMW R 1250 R Vs Kawasaki Z900RS comparison

Ex-Showroom Price

New Delhi

₹ 18.33 Lakh

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₹ 18.67 Lakh

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BMW R 1250 R Vs Kawasaki Z900RS Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the R 1250 R Vs Z900RS on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

R 1250 R Vs Z900RS – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Kawasaki Z900RS in New Delhi starts at ₹ 18.67 Lakh. On the other hand, BMW R 1250 R price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 18.33 Lakh.

Summary	BMW R 1250 R	Kawasaki Z900RS
Price	₹ 18.33 Lakh	₹ 18.67 Lakh
Manufacturer	BMW	Kawasaki
Body Type	Sports	Sports
Mileage	15.00 KM/L	15.00 KM/L
Power	136.00 bhp	111 bhp
Engine	1254.0 CC	948.0 CC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

R 1250 R Vs Z900RS – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Kawasaki Z900RS base engine returns 15 KM/L. The BMW R 1250 R base returns 15 KM/L.

R 1250 R Vs Z900RS – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Kawasaki Z900RS gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the BMW R 1250 R comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type	Twin-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, Boxer Engine	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four
Engine CC	1254.0 CC	948.0 CC
Engine Power	136.00	111
Max Torque	105.00	98.50
Top Speed	200 kmph	220 kmph
No. of Gears	6 Gears	6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6	BS6
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Cooling System	Air/liquid-cooled	Liquid Cooled
Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Starting Mechanism	Electric Start	Self Start

Dimension and Weight

Length	2165 mm	2100 mm
Width	880 mm	865 mm
Height	1300 mm	1150 mm
Wheelbase	1369 mm	1470 mm
Ground Clearance	N/A	130 mm
Kerb Weight	239 kg	215 kg
Seat Height	820 mm	835 mm
Chassis Type	Two-section Frame With Load-bearing Engine	Trellis, High-tensile Steel

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity	18.0 L	17.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity	4.0 L	2.5 L
Mileage	15.00 KM/L	15.00 KM/L
Overall Riding Range	270 km	255 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension	Upside-down Telescopic Fork, Ø 45 Mm	ø41 Mm Inverted Fork With Compression And Rebound Damping And Spring Preload Adjustability / 120 Mm
Rear Suspension	Cast Aluminum Single-sided Swing Arm With BMW Paralever; WAD Strut (travel-related Damping), Spring Pre-load Hydraulically Adjustable (continuously Variable) Via Handwheel, Rebound Damping Adjustable	Horizontal Back-link, Gas-charged Shock With Rebound Damping And Spring Preload Adjustability /140 Mm
Front Brake Type	Dual Floating Disc Brakes	Dual Semi-floating Discs
Front Disc/Drum Size	320 mm	300 mm
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	276 mm	250 mm
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	Tubeless
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR 17	120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR 17	180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy Wheels

Standard Features

Instrument Console	TFT Digital	Analog With Dig
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Yes
Start Mechanism	Digital	Electric Start
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes
Stand Indicator	No	Yes
Tripmeter Count
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Gear Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Service Reminder Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat Type	Step-Up Seat	Standard
Remote Key	No	No
Cruise Control	No	No
ABS		-

Safety Features

Traction Control	No	Yes
ABS	Dual-Channel	Dual Channel
Engine Kill Switch	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft	No	No

Electricals

Head Light	LED	LED
Tail Light	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	Yes	Yes
DRLs	Yes	No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone Connectivity	Yes	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	No
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	No
GPS & Navigation	Yes	No
USB Charging Port	Yes	No
SOS	Yes	No

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty	3 Years	2 Years
Standard Vehicle Warranty	3 Years	2 Years / Unlimited Km

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