BMW S 1000
BMW S 1000
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₱1.455 Million
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Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom
Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom
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₱665,000
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BMW S 1000 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW S 1000 and Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the BMW S 1000 priced at ₱1.455 Million, while Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom is priced at ₱665,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, BMW S 1000 houses 999 engine whereas Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom engine displacement stands at 903.

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Overview: S 1000 vs Vulcan 900 Custom

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Front Brake Dual Disc Disc
Displacement 999 cc 903 cc
Maximum Power 165 hp 50.3 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.63/5
16 reviews
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User Review Comparison
  • A precision tool made for the track

    I do not change my bikes easily, so I kept driving my old bike for almost ten years. However, it started giving me problems recently, so I had to...

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    Winnie Sep 04, 2025 for BMW S 1000
  • A one-of-a-kind bike

    The Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom comes with the attitude and style of a one-of-a-kind bike. From the intense exhaust to the detailed paint job, this...

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    Franklin Oct 07, 2025 for Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom

From The Experts

Things we like

Refined and superior performance 

Plenty of electronic riding aids

Safety is maximum 

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Maximum control for the rider

Smooth transmission

Elegant styling and design

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Things we don't like

High maintenance costs

Ride quality could improve 

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Lacks ABS

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 999 cc 903 cc
Maximum Power 165 hp 50.3 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.5 L 20 L
Engine Type 4-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, 16-Valve, Water/Oil Cooled, DOHC Engine V-Twin, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve, Liquid-Cooled, SOHC Engine
Alternator 406 W --
Cooling System Water/Oil Cooled Liquid Cooled
Top Speed 200 kmph --
Maximum Torque 114 Nm 78 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 4 in 1 Exhaust Dual Exhaust
Compression Ratio 12.1:1 9.5:1
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate --
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Bore X Stroke 80 mm x 49.7 mm 88 mm x 74.2 mm
Drive Type Chain Drive Belt Drive
No. Of Cylinder 4 2
Valve Configuration DOHC SOHC
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Fuel Consumption 16.1 kmpl 18.1 kmpl
RPM at Maximum Torque 9250 rpm 3700 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 11000 rpm 5700 rpm
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Dimension

Category Super Sport Cruiser
Seating Capacity 2 2
Dry Weight 202 kg --
Kerb Weight 205 kg 278 kg
Length 2057 mm 2405 mm
Width 845 mm 894 mm
Height 1228 mm 1120 mm
Gross Weight 407 kg --
Wheel Base 1439 mm 1646 mm
Seat Height 814 mm 685
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Electronic --
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System EFI --
Fuel Reserve 4 L --
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size ZR17 R21
Rear Wheel Size ZR17 R15
Rear Tyre 190/55 ZR17 180/70 R15
Tyre Type Runflat,Tubeless --
Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 80/90 R21

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension USD Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork
Suspension Travel(Rear) 120 mm --
Rear Suspension Swing Arm Uni-Track
Suspension Travel(Front) 120 mm --

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 9 Ah --

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 5-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Safety & Security

ABS Yes No
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Stability Control Yes No
Traction Control Yes No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Launch Control Yes No
Leg Guards No No
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Central Locking No --
Riding Modes Road, Race Road, Race Street, Road Street, Road
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital --
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Analog Analog
Display Screen Yes No
Navigator Yes --
Tachometer Yes No
Speedometer Digital Digital Analog Analog
Tripmeter Yes Yes
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Brake

Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc
Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Head Lamp Halogen Halogen Halogen Halogen
Accessory Outlet -- No

Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material Alloy Alloy Steel Steel
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Side Wings Yes No
Chrome Garnish Yes Yes
Body Frame Type Bridge Type Frame Bridge Type Frame Double Cradle Double Cradle

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats -- No

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BMW S 1000 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW S 1000 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom?

S 1000 is priced at ₱1.455 Million and Vulcan 900 Custom is priced at ₱665,000. Hence Vulcan 900 Custom is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more power between BMW S 1000 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom?

The BMW S 1000 has power of 165 hp with 114 Nm torque and Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom has power of 50.3 hp with 78 Nm torque. Thus making S 1000 the more powerful as compared to Vulcan 900 Custom.

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between BMW S 1000 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom?

S 1000 safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Traction Control, Launch Control, Stability Control, Side Reflectors, Anti-Theft Alarm, Engine Immobilizer and Engine Check Warning

Vulcan 900 Custom safety features: Pass Switch, Engine Check Warning and Side Reflectors

The BMW S 1000 has higher number of sefety features than Vulcan 900 Custom, hence BMW S 1000 is more safer than Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom.

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