Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r 636 vs Ducati Supersport 950
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r 636 vs Ducati Supersport 950. Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r 636: 128 hp @ 13,500 rpm hp, 194 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 255 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Ducati Supersport 950: 110 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r 636
Ducati Supersport 950
Horsepower (hp)
128 hp
110 hp
Torque (Nm)
70.8 Nm
96 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
255 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
194 kg
209 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
128 hp @ 13,500 rpm
110 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
70.8 Nm @ 11,500 rpm
96 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
255 km/h
240 km/h (estimated)
Weight
194 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r 636
8.5/10
"The smartest 600-class buy if you find a clean one."
Pros
+Exceptional midrange for class
+Rock-solid Kawasaki reliability
+Scalpel-precise chassis feel
Cons
−Aggressive ergonomics hurt daily
−Valve checks frequently skipped
−Older models lack modern aids
Ducati Supersport 950
8.2/10
"The most liveable Ducati you can buy used today."
Pros
+Torquey, usable V-twin character
+Surprisingly comfortable ergonomics
+Stunning Italian styling
Cons
−Expensive mandatory valve services
−Heat soak in traffic significant
−Premium parts and labor costs
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