Yamaha R1 2010 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Yamaha R1 2010

Yamaha R1 2010

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

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Overview - Yamaha R1 2010 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Yamaha R1 2010

Yamaha R1 2010

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2010 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Yamaha R1 2010
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power181 HPEngine power175 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,390 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R1 2010

Yamaha R1 2010

The current engine in the R1 scores points above all with its unmistakable sound, very transparent response and linear power delivery. In terms of peak power, however, Yamaha had to cut back a little.

Strong engine

sophisticated engine character

optimal braking system

comfortable seating position.

Suboptimal suspension elements

low peak power

slightly weak traction

high weight.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

Kawasaki did not surprise. They did exactly what Kawasaki fans expected from the engineers. The Ninja is the most powerful 1000.

Very high performance

higher speeds possible

snappier brake

good handling

fitting design.

Relatively high total weight

partly nervous chassis.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R1 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Price Yamaha R1

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Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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