Kawasaki Ninja 1000 vs Kawasaki Zzr1400
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Ninja 1000
Kawasaki Zzr1400
Horsepower (hp)
142 hp
210 hp
Torque (Nm)
111 Nm
162 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
225 km/h
299 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
235 kg
268 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
142 hp @ 10,000 rpm
210 hp @ 10,000 rpm (post-2012 model; earlier models ~190 hp)
Torque
111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm
162 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
225 km/h
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated unrestricted ~320+ km/h)
Weight
235 kg (wet/curb weight)
268 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.0–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
7.5–9.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja 1000
8.5/10
"The thinking rider's fast bike — boring in the best way."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Genuine sport-touring versatility
+Strong resale value stability
Cons
−Wind noise above 85mph
−Rear shock softens with age
−Fuel consumption disappoints hard riders
Kawasaki Zzr1400
8.5/10
"The ultimate fast-mile machine for experienced riders who respect consequences."
Pros
+Savage, usable horsepower everywhere
+Surprisingly comfortable long distance
+Rock-solid high-speed stability
Cons
−Heavy at low speeds
−Fairings costly to replace
−Fuel economy genuinely poor