Yamaha R1 2009 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006
Yamaha R1 2009
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006
Overview - Yamaha R1 2009 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006
The Yamaha R1 model year 2009 and the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R model year 2006 are both powerful supersport motorcycles with similar engine specifications. The Yamaha R1 has an engine power of 182 HP, while the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has a slightly lower engine power of 175 HP. Both motorcycles have 4 cylinders and a displacement of 998ccm.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha R1 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1415mm compared to the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R's wheelbase of 1390mm. The seat height of the Yamaha R1 is also slightly higher at 835mm, while the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has a seat height of 825mm. The dry weight of the Yamaha R1 is 206kg, which is slightly heavier than the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R's weight of 173kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of around 17-18 liters.
Yamaha R1 2009
The Yamaha R1 2009 has several strengths, including a sophisticated sound, good power delivery, and easy handling. It also features a hydraulic spring preload and has a high level of workmanship. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006 has a great gearbox, a strong engine, and overwhelming power. It also has a well-regarded chassis, Öhnling's steering damper, and an anti-hopping clutch. The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is also praised for its good workmanship.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006
However, the Yamaha R1 2009 does have some weaknesses. It has a suboptimal seating position, which may not be comfortable for some riders. Additionally, it may be somewhat difficult to corner over long distances. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006 has a weakness specifically for small riders, as they may find that they sit a little too low, which can make it difficult to keep the weight over the tank when accelerating.
In conclusion, both the Yamaha R1 2009 and the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006 are powerful supersport motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Yamaha R1 offers a sophisticated sound, good power delivery, and easy handling, while the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has a great gearbox, strong engine, and overwhelming power. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2009 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
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.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006
Leading in engine power and a quantum leap in driveability compared to the previous model make it a real contender for victory.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R1 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha R1 2009 and a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha R1 with 45 days compared to 60 days for a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 80 reviews for the Yamaha R1 and 51 reviews for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R since model year 2005. The first review for the Yamaha R1 was published on 4/28/2003 and now has more than 3,900 views. This compares to more than 2,900 views for the first review on Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R published on 1/11/2004.
