Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS vs Aprilia RSV4 (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABSstacks up against the Aprilia RSV4. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS | Aprilia RSV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $14,999 | $19,999 |
| Engine | 1099 cc | 1099 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 217 hp |
| Torque | — | 125 Nm |
| Weight | 201 kg | 202 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17.0 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 | Dunlop® Sportmax Q5A: 120/70-17 (58W) / Dunlop® Sportmax Q5A: 180/55-17 (73W) | 120/70-17 front, 200/55-17 rear |
Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS vs Aprilia RSV4 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS and the Aprilia RSV4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS brings its published horsepower in a 201 kg package, while the Aprilia RSV4 counters with 217 hp at 202 kg. On price, the Kawasaki Z1100 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: