Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014 vs. Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014 vs Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014 compared to Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014
Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore76 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke52.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power200.1 HPEngine power201 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpm
TorqueTorque114.3 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque11,500 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement999.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

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 width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,040 mm
WidthWidth715 mmWidth735 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,115 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height813 mmSeat Height845 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014

The ZX-10R was right in the middle during the test. It was not as fast and radical as the R1, Panigale, BMW and Aprilia. But it was also sportier than the Honda and Suzuki. While Honda and Suzuki would need completely new bikes to catch up with the top, Kawasaki would only have to give the ZX-10R a small update. But satisfied ZX-10R riders need not despair. The gap to the top is small enough to catch up with a few accessories. Because the ZX-10R has one decisive advantage. It has been on the market for a long time and there are enough parts available, including the necessary setup information. If you don't want to get involved in any experiments, take a Kawasaki and with a few simple steps you will also be at the top.

Great basis for racing bike

strong engine in the upper rev range

good chassis

Gear ratio too long

engine with little power in the lower rev range

traction control cannot keep up with the systems of the top bikes

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

The Aprilia RSV4 RF is a compact power rocket that requires an expert hand to make perfect use of its strengths. It tends to get bumpy at the front when accelerating, which can be managed with the right weight shift and looseness on the handlebars. Brutal acceleration in front of an impressive sound backdrop (with Akrapovic exhaust) meets hard deceleration in the braking zone thanks to grown 330 discs. On the entry, the RSV stabs precisely into the radius and reacts almost like a 600cc in bends. The numerous electronic riding aids demand some occupation and attention as to which settings one has just saved.

awesome, rev-happy engine

strong brakes

top chassis

wonderful sound

full electronics package

automatic gearshift with blipper

pleasant ergonomics

Unsteady front wheel when accelerating

too much information for too small a display

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Aprilia RSV4 RF

Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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