Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat vs Kawasaki Zx-7r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat vs Kawasaki Zx-7r. Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat: 100 hp @ 11,500 rpm hp, 206 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 245 km/h (estimated; note: some sources cite up to 250 km/h), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat
Kawasaki Zx-7r
Horsepower (hp)
100 hp
126 hp
Torque (Nm)
65 Nm
84 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
245 km/h
265 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
206 kg
209 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
100 hp @ 11,500 rpm
126 hp @ 11,000 rpm
Torque
65 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
84 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Top Speed
245 km/h (estimated; note: some sources cite up to 250 km/h)
265 km/h
Weight
206 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Yzf600r Thundercat
7.5/10
"Honest, underrated sportbike that punches above its bargain price."
Pros
+Smooth predictable power delivery
+Comfortable ergonomics for touring
+Bulletproof engine when maintained
Cons
−Scarce bodywork panels now
−Forks need frequent attention
−Cam chain tensioner weakness
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
Top 10 Accessories
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