Honda CBR500R 2024 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid 2024

Honda CBR500R 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid 2024

Technical Specifications Honda CBR500R 2024 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid 2024

Honda CBR500R 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid 2024

Honda CBR500R 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	58.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	60 HP
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	11.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Automatic
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	451 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Pro-Link	Shock mount	Uni Trak
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Trail	Trail	102 mm	Trail	104 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	296 mm	Diameter	300 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	250 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

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	160 mm	Rear tyre width	160 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	2,080 mm	Length	2,145 mm
Width	Width	760 mm	Width	750 mm
Height	Height	1,145 mm	Height	1,135 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,535 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	191 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	227 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR500R 2024

The Honda CBR500R impresses as a versatile and reliable bike with good throttle response, smooth engine running and comfortable ergonomics, ideal for touring riders. Its effective brakes and stable suspension ensure confidence and safety. Visually appealing and with a high-quality finish, it offers solid electronics. However, the high weight and less torquey power compromise sporty riding. The limited maximum lean angle limits the sportiness. Overall, it is a reliable bike with comfort and safety, but with limitations when it comes to sporty riding.

Good throttle response and controllability

Quiet and silky smooth engine running

Comfortable ergonomics suitable for touring

Effective brakes and reliable ABS system

Stability and confidence-inspiring suspension

Attractive appearance and high-quality workmanship

Solid electronics with user-friendly traction control

High weight affects handling and power

Less powerful and aggressive engine than expected

Suspension only adjustable at the rear

Limited maximum lean angle due to footrests touching down early

Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid 2024

The saying "The Best Of Both Worlds" has never been truer with any other motorbike than with the Ninja 7 Hybrid. It combines the comfort and ease of use of a commuter bike with the joy of an unreasonable fun bike. You definitely have to get used to this drive concept when riding - it's not a case of just getting on and riding off! Nevertheless, Kawasaki shows that the technology is also possible in motorbike construction, even if there is still room for improvement in certain areas.

Absolute revolution in motorbike construction

exciting concept well implemented

very versatile motorbike

every riding mode can be used sensibly

good tuning of the suspension and brake components

E-Boost

Heavy transmission load changes in automatic mode

no kickdown function in automatic mode

no parking brake or possibility to stop the motorbike in gear

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CBR500R vs Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid

Price Honda CBR500R

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