Sym Vf3i 185 vs Kawasaki Z400
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Sym Vf3i 185
Kawasaki Z400
Horsepower (hp)
16.5 hp
45 hp
Torque (Nm)
15 Nm
38 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
138 kg
167 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
~16.5 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated)
45 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
~15 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
38 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
~130 km/h (estimated, note: manufacturer figures may vary)
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
~138 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated)
167 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
2.5-3.2 L/100km (approximately 31-40 km/L, estimated real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Sym Vf3i 185
7.0/10
"Honest, affordable urban transport that punches above its budget price."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Low running and maintenance costs
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Budget suspension feels rough
−Buzzy above 60mph
−Limited dealer network support
Kawasaki Z400
8.0/10
"The sharpest small naked you can buy used right now."
Pros
+Punchy, rev-happy parallel twin
+Excellent suspension for class
+Genuinely stylish naked design
Cons
−Fork seals fail prematurely
−Tip-over damage common used
−Limited wind protection highway
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