2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS

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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.

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

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

Touring / long rides

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

Sporty riding

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

New rider friendly

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

Seat height (cm)

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

  • 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 78.5 cm Tallest seat here
  • 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS 77 cm Lowest 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 RS).
  • Torque spans 42.6 Nm (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) up to 55 Nm (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS).
  • Weight spans 184 kg (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) to 186 kg (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS).
  • Displacement spans 500 cc (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) to 550 cc (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS).

Reader votes so far — total 2: 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 (0); 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS (2).

Specification Kawasaki Ninja 500 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
Brand KAWASAKI QJMOTOR
Model Kawasaki Ninja 500 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
Engine size 500cc 550cc
Power 52hp 60hp
Torque 42.6nm. 55nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 184kg 186kg
Front brake Single disc with balanced actuation dual pistons Disc ø320mm(dual)(ABS)
Rear brake Ø220mm Double piston Disc ø260mm(ABS)
Seat height (cm) 78.5cm 77cm
Front tyre 110/70R17 M/K 54H 120/70ZR17
Rear tyre 150/60R17 M/K 66H 160/60ZR17
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Ø41mm Telescopic Upside-Down
Rear suspension Uni-Trak with lower link, gas-charged shock and spring preload adjustability Telescopic coil spring oil damped
Motorcycle type Supersport Supersport
Top speed 200km/h 220km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 14 L – 3.8 L/100km 16.5 L – 5.5 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $5299 Price not listed.
Brand price lists View KAWASAKI price list View QJMOTOR price list
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2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS: listed specifications

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

Engine displacement

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

Peak power

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

Torque

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

Listed top speed

SRK 550 RS 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

Ninja 500 and SRK 550 RS have very similar listed weights (184 kg vs 186 kg). SRK 550 RS 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 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.