Yamaha YZF-R6 2014 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Overview - Yamaha YZF-R6 2014 vs Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R6 2014 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	42.5 mm	Stroke	51.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	124 HP	Engine power	45 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	65.7 Nm	Torque	37 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	599 ccm	Displacement	399 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Deltabox	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 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	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,040 mm	Length	1,990 mm
Width	Width	705 mm	Width	710 mm
Height	Height	1,095 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,375 mm	Wheelbase	1,370 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

The Ninja 400 offers a lot of riding fun at a manageable price. It offers playful handling without being nervous. The name "Ninja" is a bit of a mouthful, but the range of use is wider than you might think. It rides sportily, but also offers a good riding position for everyday use and touring.

Good combination of stability and playful handling

Robust and reliable appearance

Well controllable engine

Wide usable rev range

Pleasant seating position

Limited space for large pilots