SWM SM 500 R 2020 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

SWM SM 500 R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

Overview - SWM SM 500 R 2020 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

SWM SM 500 R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

Technical Specifications SWM SM 500 R 2020 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

SWM SM 500 R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

SWM SM 500 R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	97 mm	Bore	76 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.8 mm	Stroke	55 mm
Engine power	Engine power	34 HP	Engine power	203 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,200 rpm
Torque	Torque	35 Nm	Torque	114.9 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	11,400 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.9	Compression Ratio	13
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	42 mm	Throttle Bore	47 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	501 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	330 mm
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 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	150 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,112 mm	Length	2,085 mm
Width	Width	815 mm	Width	750 mm
Height	Height	1,219 mm	Height	1,185 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,465 mm	Wheelbase	1,440 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	920 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	140 kg	Kerb Weight	207 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	8 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

SWM SM 500 R 2020

The SM 500R is not a thoroughbred supermoto that only wants to be ridden on the kart track. You can have fun with it there, too, but narrow bends and mountain passes are its home. Thanks to its comfortable seat and pleasant riding position, it is also happy to go on short tours. In addition to the well-known components, SWM also focuses on a reasonable price.

easy to ride

very good handling

very comfortable for a Supermoto

At 140 kg, a bit heavy for a single-cylinder

ABS regulates very early on

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

Kawasaki offers a mature overall package with the Ninja ZX-10R in the 2021 model year, which with the new front end also really looks like 2021. The bike offers surprisingly good space for the rider and you feel comfortable in the saddle. The rev-happy engine leaves nothing to be desired - except perhaps more discipline in the part-load range. To make the project a success, Kawasaki relies on high-quality ingredients: Showa suspension, Öhlins steering dampers, Brembo brakes with 330 discs and high-quality electronics. Thanks to the good electronics and the superior engine, the Ninja ZX-10R even cuts quite a figure on country roads - as long as you are willing to suffer a little in terms of seating position due to the concept.

High-quality workmanship

strong components

high-revving and powerful engine

great wind protection including good aerodynamics

good seating position even for tall riders

high-quality electronics package

powerful brakes

well-balanced chassis.

Load change reactions in the partial load range

somewhat slow quickshifter

somewhat small display