Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023 vs. BMW G 310 R 2017

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

BMW G 310 R 2017

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023 vs BMW G 310 R 2017

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

BMW G 310 R 2017

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023 compared to BMW G 310 R 2017

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

BMW G 310 R 2017

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

BMW G 310 R 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	70 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	51.8 mm	Stroke	62 mm
Engine power	Engine power	45 HP	Engine power	34 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	37 Nm	Torque	28 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	10.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	32 mm	Throttle Bore	42 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
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	399 ccm	Displacement	313 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	140 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	131 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	63 degree	Rake	64.9 degree
Trail	Trail	92 mm	Trail	102.3 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	240 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 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	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 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	1,988 mm
Width	Width	710 mm	Width	896 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,370 mm	Wheelbase	1,374 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	168 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	158.5 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

BMW G 310 R 2017

The BMW G 310 R scores with easy handling that should not overtax any beginner. The great responsiveness of the single cylinder makes it easy to control, and the low seat height gives a secure footing at traffic lights. For reasons of cost, savings were made in some corners, which unfortunately also becomes visible. In comparison, the workmanship is not on a par with the competition.

Smooth response

low seat height

pretty design

throaty sound

Individual components look cheap