Essai Kawasaki Ninja 1100 SX SE

No, the Sport-GT isn't dead! The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100 SX SE proves it. Kawasaki is keeping it alive with a model halfway between a roadster and a touring bike, the highly capable and highly responsive Ninja 1100 SX SE. A touring motorcycle, but sporty at heart, with the famous inline-4 engine, revised for 2025 and Euro5+. While this Sport-GT uses solutions that could be considered dated, its sporty approach remains relevant. Technical specifications: Engine: Inline 4-cylinder, Euro 5+, Class A license Displacement: 1099 cc, 77 x 59 mm Maximum power: 136 hp {100.0 kW} @ 9,000 rpm Maximum torque: 113 N·m {11.5 kgf·m} @ 7,600 rpm Manufacturer's fuel consumption: 5.6 l/100 km Seat height: 835 mm Fuel tank: 19 liters Weight: 214 kg dry Performance Tourer Kit: panniers, Akrapovic exhaust, sport smoked windscreen, side guards... €2,800 Price: €17,249 Test bike price: €20,049 Pros and cons: Pros: Ninja Sport-GT spirit Japanese build quality Engine Smooth and efficient Handling and precision Cons: Price when equipped Average protection Limited duo Vibrations in the fairing No more chain eccentric like on the Z1000SX