Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r vs Suzuki Gsx-r600
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r vs Suzuki Gsx-r600. Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r: 130 hp @ 13,500 rpm hp, 194 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 255 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Suzuki Gsx-r600: 125 hp @ 13,500 rpm hp, 183 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 255 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r
Suzuki Gsx-r600
Horsepower (hp)
130 hp
125 hp
Torque (Nm)
70.8 Nm
65 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
255 km/h
255 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
194 kg
183 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
130 hp @ 13,500 rpm
125 hp @ 13,500 rpm
Torque
70.8 Nm @ 11,000 rpm
65 Nm @ 11,500 rpm
Top Speed
255 km/h
255 km/h
Weight
194 kg (wet/curb weight)
183 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average, varies by riding style)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r
8.5/10
"A serious bike demanding a serious rider, but absolutely worth it."
Pros
+Razor-sharp chassis feedback
+Bulletproof engine when maintained
+Strong track day credentials
Cons
−Narrow power band streetside
−Uncomfortable for long hauls
−Crash damage risk high
Suzuki Gsx-r600
8.5/10
"The definitive used supersport buy if you respect its intentions."
Pros
+Outstanding chassis feedback
+Bulletproof engine when maintained
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Punishing urban commute ergonomics
−Cam chain tensioner concerns
−Track damage history common
Top 10 Accessories
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