Kawasaki Ninja Zx-14r vs Kawasaki Zzr1400
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-14r vs Kawasaki Zzr1400. Kawasaki Ninja Zx-14r: 210 hp @ 11,000 rpm (2012+ models; earlier models ~190 hp) hp, 268 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated unrestricted ~320+ km/h), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Kawasaki Zzr1400: 210 hp @ 10,000 rpm (post-2012 model; earlier models ~190 hp) hp, 268 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated unrestricted ~320+ km/h), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
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Kawasaki Ninja Zx-14r
Kawasaki Zzr1400
Weight (kg) — lower is better
Horsepower
210 hp @ 11,000 rpm (2012+ models; earlier models ~190 hp)
210 hp @ 10,000 rpm (post-2012 model; earlier models ~190 hp)
Torque
158 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
162 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated unrestricted ~320+ km/h)
299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated unrestricted ~320+ km/h)
Weight
268 kg (wet/curb weight)
268 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5–9.0 L/100km (approx. 11–13 km/L, typical real-world average)
7.5–9.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-14r
8.5/10
"The last true hypersport bruiser that needs zero apologies."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Surprisingly composed highway cruiser
+Immense overtaking ability everywhere
Cons
−Terrifying for new riders
−Poor urban fuel economy
−Heavy at low speeds
"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
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