| Engine | Kawasaki ER5 | BMW R 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 498 cc | 1802 cc |
| Max power | 50 hp (@9 000 RPM) | 91 hp (@4 750 RPM) |
| Max torque | 18 lb ft (@7 200 RPM) | 115 lb ft (@3 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 10 500 RPM | |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | |
| Management | Carburetor | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-2 | DOHC Flat-2 |
| Compression | 9.80:1 | 9.60:1 |
| Oil capacity | 3.22 quart | |
| Oil type | 10W40 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK DR9EA, DENSO X27ESR-U | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Air |
| Valves | 8 | |
| Bore | 74.0 mm | 107.1 mm |
| Stroke | 58.0 mm | 100.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 8.51 lbs/hp | 8.36 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 293 hp/2500lbs | 299 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 10Ah | 12V 26Ah |
| Gearbox | Kawasaki ER5 | BMW R 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Dry |
| Drive | Chain | Shaft |
| Chain type | ||
| Gears count | 6 | 0 |
| Primary ratio | 2.652 | |
| Final drive | 2.47 | |
| 1. gear | 2.571 (45 mph) | |
| 2. gear | 1.722 (67 mph) | |
| 3. gear | 1.333 (86 mph) | |
| 4. gear | 1.125 (102 mph) | |
| 5. gear | 0.961 (120 mph) | |
| 6. gear | 0.851 (135 mph) |
| Chasis | Kawasaki ER5 | BMW R 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Steel cradle frame | Double-cradle steel frame |
| Front susp. | Fork | Telescopic fork, 4.72 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Dual shock | 3.50 in travel |