Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024 vs. Yamaha MT-09 Sport Tracker 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Yamaha MT-09 Sport Tracker 2016

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024 compared to Yamaha MT-09 Sport Tracker 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Yamaha MT-09 Sport Tracker 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

Yamaha MT-09 Sport Tracker 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	45.1 mm	Stroke	59.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	124 HP	Engine power	115 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	69 Nm	Torque	87.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.9	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	3
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	636 ccm	Displacement	847 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Perimeter, Extruded	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

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	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,025 mm	Length	2,075 mm
Width	Width	710 mm	Width	815 mm
Height	Height	1,105 mm	Height	1,135 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,400 mm	Wheelbase	1,440 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	198 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	191 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2024

The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a bike that almost goes against the spirit of the times, which is precisely why it is so appealing. While many manufacturers have long since abandoned the classic supersport class, Kawasaki is sticking to the idea of a lightweight, high-revving, precise and uncompromising sports motorbike. The 636cc engine runs wonderfully smoothly, offers real supersport emotion at high rpms and has more usability than classic 600s thanks to slightly more displacement. The suspension is precise, confidence-inspiring and works well both on the road and on the race track. The brakes are firm and powerful. The electronics are not the most modern, but are sufficient and well setup in practice.

silky smooth and revvy 636 cc in-line four-cylinder engine strong running culture and very good modulation

precise, confidence-inspiring suspension

powerful and stable brake system

very good transmission with cleanly functioning quickshifter

more modern appearance with TFT, LED lights and smartphone connectivity

more suitable for everyday use than classic 600cc supersports bikes

Tight ergonomics, especially for taller riders Quickshifter only for upshifting

No Ride-by-Wire and no blipper

Rear wheel ABS cannot be deactivated separately

Wind protection rather tight as standard

Electronics not at the latest supersport level

Yamaha MT-09 Sport Tracker 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Yamaha MT-09 Sport Tracker

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