Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009 vs. Yamaha R1 2009

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009 vs Yamaha R1 2009

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009 compared to Yamaha R1 2009

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009
Yamaha R1 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke52.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power188 HPEngine power182 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,500 rpm
TorqueTorque113 NmTorque115.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque115 rpmRpm at Torque10,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.9 Compression Ratio12.7
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth710 mmWidth715 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Ninja fans have no choice but to buy the new 10. It is lighter, stronger, easier to handle and yet easier to ride than any other ZX-10R to date. Even compared to the other Japanese bikes, the Kawa presents itself as superior. Besides the European bikes, emotions, preferences for certain colours and shapes certainly come into play.

Extremely precise traction control

efficient braking system

integrated electronics

positive ABS system

high engine power.

Suboptimal transmission - tight gearshifts.

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Of course, the new R1 engine also passed all the tough Yamaha stress tests and comes with the same guarantees as other Yamaha motorbikes. Because until now, it was precisely the issues of durability and reliability that prevented series production of such an engine.

Sophisticated sound

good feeling for power delivery

easy handling

hydraulic spring preload

high level of workmanship.

Suboptimal seating position

somewhat difficult cornering over long distances.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Yamaha R1

Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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Price Yamaha R1

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