Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r — which has more power?

Yamaha Yzf-r1 produces 200 hp @ 13,500 rpm (2015+ generation; earlier models range from 150–182 hp); Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r produces 203 hp @ 13,200 rpm (2021+ model, race-ready trim). Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r wins by 3 hp.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r — which is faster?

Top speed: Yamaha Yzf-r1 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated 280–299 km/h depending on generation), Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated 310+ km/h unlisted).

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r — which is lighter?

Weight: Yamaha Yzf-r1 199 kg (wet/curb weight, 2015+ R1; note: R1M is 199 kg, earlier generations vary from 177–202 kg), Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r 207 kg (wet/curb weight, 2021+ model). Yamaha Yzf-r1 is lighter by 8 kg.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Yamaha Yzf-r1 6.5–8.5 L/100km (real-world average, varies significantly with riding style), Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r 7.5 L/100km (approximately 13.3 km/L, real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Yamaha Yzf-r1 8.5/10 and Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r 8.5/10. Yamaha Yzf-r1 caveat: First sportbike buyers lacking advanced throttle control. Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r caveat: New riders or those skipping pre-purchase inspection.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r — which is better for beginners?

Neither is a typical first-bike pick — Yamaha Yzf-r1 200 hp, Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r 203 hp. Consider a smaller-displacement bike for licensing year one.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Yamaha Yzf-r1: 199 kg, 200 hp. Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r: 207 kg, 203 hp.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r. Yamaha Yzf-r1: 200 hp @ 13,500 rpm (2015+ generation; earlier models range from 150–182 hp) hp, 199 kg (wet/curb weight, 2015+ R1; note: R1M is 199 kg, earlier generations vary from 177–202 kg) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated 280–299 km/h depending on generation), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Kawasaki Ninja Zx-10r: 203 hp @ 13,200 rpm (2021+ model, race-ready trim) hp, 207 kg (wet/curb weight, 2021+ model) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated 310+ km/h unlisted), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.