Yamaha Yzf750r vs Kawasaki Zx-7r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf750r vs Kawasaki Zx-7r. Yamaha Yzf750r: 125 hp @ 12,000 rpm hp, 195 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 265 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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 Yzf750r
Kawasaki Zx-7r
Horsepower (hp)
125 hp
126 hp
Torque (Nm)
80 Nm
84 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
265 km/h
265 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
195 kg
209 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
125 hp @ 12,000 rpm
126 hp @ 11,000 rpm
Torque
80 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
84 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Top Speed
265 km/h
265 km/h
Weight
195 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Yzf750r
7.8/10
"A forgotten gem that rewards patient, mechanically savvy buyers handsomely."
Pros
+Exceptional chassis balance still
+Strong mid-range power delivery
+Rewarding precision at pace
Cons
−Parts availability increasingly difficult
−Suspension desperately needs rebuilding
−Hidden crash damage common
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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