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RSV4 Factory SE-09 SBK 1100 2024 vs K 1200 S 2008

If straight-line speed is your priority, the RSV4 Factory SE-09 SBK 1100 takes the lead. With 50 HP more than the K 1200 S, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the RSV4 Factory SE-09 SBK 1100 has a clear advantage. Weighing in 46kg less than the K 1200 S, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the K 1200 S. Its seat height is 20mm lower than the RSV4 Factory SE-09 SBK 1100, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the rsv4 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Aprilia RSV4 Factory SE-09 SBK 1100 2024RSV4 Factory SE-09 SBK 1100
20241099 cc • 217 hp
BMW K 1200 S 2008K 1200 S
20081157 cc • 167 hp
SpecRSV4 Factory SE-09 SBK 1100K 1200 S
Displacement10991157
Power217167
Cylinders44
Weight202248
Seat height840820
MSRP (US)2649914020
MSRP (EU)2649916100