Triumph Street Twin 2016 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Triumph Street Twin 2016

Triumph Street Twin 2016

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

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Technical Specifications Triumph Street Twin 2016 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Triumph Street Twin 2016
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84.6 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power55 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,900 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque80 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,230 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.55 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement900 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail102.4 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth785 mmWidth740 mm
HeightHeight1,114 mmHeight1,135 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height750 mmSeat Height790 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Street Twin 2016

Triumph Street Twin 2016

The Triumph Street Twin is a pleasure bike par excellence, whose 55 hp engine impressively proves what really matters, namely torque. And exactly where you need it, in the middle of the rev range. 80 Nm push the 217 kg motorbike forward with pleasant pressure and never tempt the rider to overtax the engine, i.e. to rev it. In terms of design, Triumph remained authentic as usual and offers countless possibilities for customisation with over 450 accessories and the three "Inspiration Packs". A lesson in modern classics.

excellently tuned engine

high torque

low consumption

authentic design

good quality and clean workmanship

Basic shape (without accessories) somewhat sober

chassis and brakes reach their limits in sporty use

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

To judge the Kawasaki Ninja 650 purely on its paper form would be a serious mistake. The two-day test showed once again that performance data carries more weight at the pub table than in the wild. Kawa's sports tourer does exactly what it is supposed to and, thanks to the constant revision and the new features added for 2023, is still an enrichment for the class. Only hobby racers should be warned, as the name Ninja still stirs up a certain expectation that the 650 does not fully meet.

suitable for touring

comfortable

safety package

very accessible

ergonomically versatile

typical Ninja look

Chassis and brakes only average

adjustment of the rear shock absorber laborious

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