Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024 vs. Honda CBR500R 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

Honda CBR500R 2016

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024 compared to Honda CBR500R 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

Honda CBR500R 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

Honda CBR500R 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	57 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	39.1 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	77 HP	Engine power	48 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	39 Nm	Torque	43 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	13,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.3	Compression Ratio	10.7
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	399 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 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	160 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	1,990 mm	Length	2,075 mm
Width	Width	765 mm	Width	740 mm
Height	Height	1,110 mm	Height	1,145 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,380 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	189 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	194 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

The mere fact that the Kawa Ninja ZX-4RR with its high-revving Inline four-cylinder engine in bonsai format has no real competition makes it absolutely unique. The engine is also the absolute flagship, with a rev limit at 16,000 touring you'll be addicted to wind out a gear! The suspension, brakes and electronics are of a high height, but what is more surprising is that, despite all the sportiness, the bike is still very suitable for everyday use - the seating position is not as radical as on other supersports bikes.

Fun in-line four-cylinder

precise quickshifter with blipper

balanced handling

sporty and pleasant ergonomics

comprehensive electronics package

Engine needs to be kept happy

looks confusing with other Kawasakis

Honda CBR500R 2016

The new CBR500R ranks directly below the popular CBR600RR super sports bike in the model segment of the Honda CBR family, at least in terms of displacement, and thus has high expectations to meet. However, it solves this task with flying colours and carries the model designation worthily into the entry-level segment. Especially with its captivating looks, defined by the use of LED technology, there is no need to hide with this motorbike. The improved engine is now even more fun to ride, as the sound has also improved considerably thanks to the new rear silencer. When racing, you should choose the right track due to the limited top speed, but it still remains very stable in every situation.

Sharp optics due to LED lighting technology

stable at high speeds

powerful, elastic engine

nice sound

low consumption.

Missing gear indicator

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR vs Honda CBR500R

Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR

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Price Honda CBR500R

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