Yamaha YZ450F 2023 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Yamaha YZ450F 2023

Yamaha YZ450F 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

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Overview - Yamaha YZ450F 2023 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Yamaha YZ450F 2023

Yamaha YZ450F 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZ450F 2023 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Yamaha YZ450F 2023
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore97 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke60.8 mmStroke60 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionCDIIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement450 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
TravelTravel310 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel315 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake26 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail120 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter270 mmDiameter300 mm
TechnologyTechnologyWaveTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsLaunch-Control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width80 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height100 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width120 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter19 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,180 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth830 mmWidth740 mm
HeightHeight1,275 mmHeight1,135 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,480 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height965 mmSeat Height790 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity6.2 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZ450F 2023

Yamaha YZ450F 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZ450F vs Kawasaki Ninja 650

Price Yamaha YZ450F

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Price Kawasaki Ninja 650

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