Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs. Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 compared to Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023
Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke42.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power118 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio13.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDeltabox
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail97 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter220 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,040 mm
WidthWidth740 mmWidth695 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,375 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)193 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)190 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

To judge the Kawasaki Ninja 650 purely on its paper form would be a serious mistake. The two-day test showed once again that performance data carries more weight at the pub table than in the wild. Kawa's sports tourer does exactly what it is supposed to and, thanks to the constant revision and the new features added for 2023, is still an enrichment for the class. Only hobby racers should be warned, as the name Ninja still stirs up a certain expectation that the 650 does not fully meet.

suitable for touring

comfortable

safety package

very accessible

ergonomically versatile

typical Ninja look

Chassis and brakes only average

adjustment of the rear shock absorber laborious

Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Yamaha YZF-R6 RACE

Price Kawasaki Ninja 650

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