Yamaha R7 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha R7 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r. Yamaha R7: 73 hp @ 8,750 rpm hp, 188 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h (est.), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. 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
Yamaha R7
Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
130 hp
Torque (Nm)
67 Nm
70.8 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
255 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
188 kg
194 kg
Type
Sport
Supersport
Horsepower
73 hp @ 8,750 rpm
130 hp @ 13,500 rpm
Torque
67 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
70.8 Nm @ 11,000 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (est.)
255 km/h
Weight
188 kg (wet/curb weight)
194 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha R7
8.0/10
"The honest sportbike that rewards skill without punishing beginners."
Pros
+Forgiving yet genuinely quick
+Bulletproof CP2 engine
+Excellent aftermarket support
Cons
−Stock suspension needs upgrading
−Crash damage very common
−Pillion comfort is terrible
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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