2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR vs 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500

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Technical score (estimate)

Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.

Top on paper
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR
85 pts
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500
15 pts

Usage fit (estimate)

Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.

City / commute

2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR
28.7 pts
Best fit here
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500
70.2 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR
88.3 pts
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500
14.3 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR
99 pts
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500
25 pts

New rider friendly

2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR
24.8 pts
Best fit here
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500
63.8 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR 77 cm Lowest seat here
  • 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 78.5 cm Tallest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 cm.

Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).

Auto summary from specs

Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.

  • Power spans 52 hp (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) up to 60 hp (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR).
  • Torque spans 42.6 Nm (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) up to 55 Nm (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR).
  • Weight spans 184 kg (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) to 186 kg (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR).
  • Displacement spans 500 cc (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) to 550 cc (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR).

Reader votes so far — total 2: 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR (1); 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 (1).

Specification QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR Kawasaki Ninja 500
Brand QJMOTOR KAWASAKI
Model QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR Kawasaki Ninja 500
Engine size 550cc 500cc
Power 60hp 52hp
Torque 55nm. 42.6nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 186kg 184kg
Front brake Disc ø320mm(double)(ABS) Single disc with balanced actuation dual pistons
Rear brake Disc ø260mm(ABS) Ø220mm Double piston
Seat height (cm) 77cm 78.5cm
Front tyre 120/70-ZR17 110/70R17 M/K 54H
Rear tyre 160/60-ZR17 150/60R17 M/K 66H
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Telescopic Upside-Down Ø41mm
Rear suspension Telescopic coil spring oil damped Uni-Trak with lower link, gas-charged shock and spring preload adjustability
Motorcycle type Supersport Supersport
Top speed 220km/h 200km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 15 L – 5.5 L/100km 14 L – 3.8 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price Price not listed. $5299
Brand price lists View QJMOTOR price list View KAWASAKI price list
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2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR vs 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500: listed specifications

The 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR and 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 are closely matched in weight, while the SRK 550 RR has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

SRK 550 RR has a larger listed engine displacement (550 cc vs 500 cc).

Peak power

SRK 550 RR has a clear listed power advantage (60 hp vs 52 hp).

Torque

SRK 550 RR has a clear listed torque advantage (55 Nm vs 42.6 Nm).

Listed top speed

SRK 550 RR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (220 km/h vs 200 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

SRK 550 RR and Ninja 500 have very similar listed weights (186 kg vs 184 kg). SRK 550 RR has a lower listed seat height (77 cm vs 78.5 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?

QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for Kawasaki Ninja 500.

Which has more horsepower, QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR or Kawasaki Ninja 500?

QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR has 60 hp compared with 52 hp on the Kawasaki Ninja 500.

Which is lighter, QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR or Kawasaki Ninja 500?

Kawasaki Ninja 500 is lighter at 184 kg vs 186 kg for QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR.

Which is better, QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RR or Kawasaki Ninja 500?

It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.