Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023 vs. Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023 vs Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023 compared to Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023
Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke42.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power203 HPEngine power118 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,200 rpmRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpm
TorqueTorque114.9 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque11,400 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio13.1
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel115 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
TrailTrail105 mmTrail97 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter220 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,085 mmLength2,040 mm
WidthWidth750 mmWidth695 mm
HeightHeight1,185 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,375 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

With the Ninja ZX-10R, the Greens offer a mature overall package that still looks as aggressive as you would expect from a Kawa superbike. The bike offers surprisingly good space for the rider and you feel comfortable in the saddle, but the high footrests make it clear that it is designed to perform on the race track. The revviness of the engine leaves nothing to be desired - except perhaps more discipline in the partial 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. The Ninja ZX-10R even cuts a fine figure on the country road thanks to the good electronics and the superior engine - as long as you are able to suffer a little when it comes to the seating position.

High-quality workmanship

strong components

revvy 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

Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Yamaha R6 RACE 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Yamaha R6 RACE

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