Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS 2012 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 400 2018

Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS 2012

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2018

Overview - Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS 2012 vs Kawasaki Ninja 400 2018

Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS 2012

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2018

Technical Specifications Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS 2012 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 400 2018

Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS 2012

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2018

Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS 2012

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	78 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	52.3 mm	Stroke	51.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	180 HP	Engine power	45 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	12,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	114 Nm	Torque	38 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	399 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Launch-Control, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,040 mm	Length	1,990 mm
Width	Width	735 mm	Width	710 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,420 mm	Wheelbase	1,370 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC ABS 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2018

In summary, the Ninja 400 could be described as the perfect entry into the supersport world. You can't get more power with A2, the looks suggest much more power, the vehicle is playful to ride, is forgiving in every respect and still allows a really sporty riding style. Those who had legitimate concerns about the lack of power on the various 250 cubic machines now have no more excuses. Ninja 400, it's good to have you!

chassis suitable for sporty use

low weight and correspondingly effortless handling

engine with smooth response

relaxed and confidence-enhancing seating position

LED headlights

Brake and clutch levers not adjustable

enormously loud wind noise with original windshield for riders over 180cm tall