Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Overview - Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 vs Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	74.5 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	57.3 mm	Stroke	51.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	45 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	12,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	116.7 Nm	Torque	37 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	11.5
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	399 ccm

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin-Spar	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 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	190 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,045 mm	Length	1,990 mm
Width	Width	710 mm	Width	710 mm
Height	Height	1,130 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,405 mm	Wheelbase	1,370 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

The GSX-R 1000 remains something for the experienced rider, despite its precise and balanced rideability and controllable power delivery. Suzuki knows that a thousand must remain a thousand and strictly adheres to this. Let's hope that they can continue to do so for a long time.

Improved geometry

compact engine design

relaxed seating position

system with multiple height adjustments

anti-hopping clutch.

Accessibility of compression adjustment suboptimal

weak in the lower rev range

not for beginners

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000 vs Kawasaki Ninja 400

Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000

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Price Kawasaki Ninja 400

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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Overview - Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 vs Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000 vs Kawasaki Ninja 400

Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000

Price Kawasaki Ninja 400

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