Kawasaki Zx-7r vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Zx-7r vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r. Kawasaki Zx-7r: 126 hp @ 11,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 265 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Zx-7r
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r
Horsepower (hp)
126 hp
130 hp
Torque (Nm)
84 Nm
70.8 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
265 km/h
255 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
209 kg
194 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
126 hp @ 11,000 rpm
130 hp @ 13,500 rpm
Torque
84 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
70.8 Nm @ 11,000 rpm
Top Speed
265 km/h
255 km/h
Weight
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
194 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Zx-7r
7.8/10
"A flawed, magnificent analogue superbike that rewards committed, skilled riders."
Pros
+Screaming top-end power delivery
+Gorgeous aggressive period styling
+Teaches real riding skills
Cons
−Parts availability shrinking fast
−Brutal below 8k rpm
−Thirsty for a 750
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
Top 10 Accessories
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