Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs Kawasaki Z1100

Last Updated: August 13, 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 price starts at Rs. 12.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 50,390 cheaper than the base variant of Honda CB1000 Hornet SP, priced at Rs. 13.29 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB1000 Hornet SP offers a claimed 17 kmpl, while the Z1100 delivers 17.85 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB1000 Hornet SP uses a 1000cc engine producing 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm and the Z1100 a 1099cc engine producing 136 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB1000 Hornet SP and Z1100, the CB1000 Hornet SP is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the Z1100 stands out for affordability and mileage.

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CB1000 Hornet SP vs Z1100 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB1000 Hornet SPKawasaki Z1100
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.29 LakhRs. 12.79 Lakh
Mileage 17 kmpl17.85 kmpl
Engine 1000 cc1099 cc
Max power 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 212 Kg221 Kg

CB1000 Hornet SP vs Z1100 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB1000 Hornet SP STDKawasaki Z1100 STD
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Brand Name Honda Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.29 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Max Power 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm 136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Colors
Kawasaki Z1100 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 36,398 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 35,019 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,701 CB1000 Hornet SP Insurance Rs. 36,476 Z1100 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
1000 cc
1099 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
107 Nm @ 9000 rpm
113 Nm @ 7600 rpm
Bore
76 mm
77 mm
Stroke
55.1 mm
59 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.7:0.2
11.8:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
17 Kmpl
17.85 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
SHOWA SFF-BP™ Forks
Ø41 mm Inverted fork with compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Öhlins™ TTX Monoshock
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 136 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/50-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
200 kg
Seat height
809 mm
815 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.7 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2140*790*1085 mm3
2055*825*1085 mm3
Wheelbase
1455 mm
1440 mm
Length
2140 mm
2055 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
125 mm
Height
1085 mm
1085 mm
Width
790 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
212 Kg
221 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6.3AH
Not Available
Projector head light
LED Projector
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Double Beam
Twin-tube aluminium
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Contral (HSTC)
KCMF ( Kawasaki Cornering Management Function ), K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology), KIBS (including pitching control)
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • The aggressive styling makes it look like a proper big bike
  • The inline-four engine is very refined, with very few vibrations
  • The traction control system adds a layer of safety for newer riders
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • Currently the bike’s availability is quite limited
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Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Vs Kawasaki Z1100 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs Kawasaki Z1100?
The Kawasaki Z1100 is cheaper than Honda CB1000 Hornet SP by ₹50,390.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs Kawasaki Z1100?
For the STD version, 1000 cc Petrol engine of CB1000 Hornet SP produces 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Z1100 produces 136 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 7600 rpm of torque

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