Triumph Daytona 955i vs Kawasaki Zx-9r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Daytona 955i vs Kawasaki Zx-9r. Triumph Daytona 955i: 147 hp @ 10,700 rpm hp, 198 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Kawasaki Zx-9r: 143 hp @ 11,000 rpm (2002–2003 F series; earlier models ~125–136 hp) hp, 196 kg (wet/curb weight, 2002–2003 F series) weight, top speed 270 km/h (estimated; electronically or mechanically limited depending on year), Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Triumph Daytona 955i
Kawasaki Zx-9r
Horsepower (hp)
147 hp
143 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
103 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
196 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
147 hp @ 10,700 rpm
143 hp @ 11,000 rpm (2002–2003 F series; earlier models ~125–136 hp)
Torque
100 Nm @ 8,200 rpm
103 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h
270 km/h (estimated; electronically or mechanically limited depending on year)
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
196 kg (wet/curb weight, 2002–2003 F series)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
6.5–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Triumph Daytona 955i
8.0/10
"A flawed gem that rewards patient buyers who do their homework."
Pros
+Triple engine sounds incredible
+Handling sharp and precise
+Strong mid-range torque
Cons
−Early fuelling needs remapping
−Cam chain tensioner concern
−Bodywork scarce and fragile
Kawasaki Zx-9r
8.2/10
"A raw, rewarding sportsbike that punishes complacency but rewards commitment."
Pros
+Monstrous midrange torque delivery
+Comfortable enough for touring
+Parts still reasonably available
Cons
−Cold start cam chain rattle
−Fairings scarce and pricey
−Thirsty above 8,000rpm
Top 10 Accessories
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