2024 TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X vs KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR
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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.
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
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR 80 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3.5 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 39.5 hp (2024 TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X) up to 79.1 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR).
- Torque spans 37.5 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X) up to 76.4 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR).
- Weight spans 179 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X) to 188 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | TRIUMPH | KAWASAKI |
| Model | TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR |
| Engine size | 400cc | 400cc |
| Power | 39.5hp | 79.1hp |
| Torque | 37.5nm. | 76.4nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 179kg | 188kg |
| Front brake | 320mm fixed disc, four-piston radial Bybre caliper, ABS | Twin 290 mm discs, ABS |
| Rear brake | 230mm fixed disc, ByBreTM single piston floating Bybre caliper, ABS | Single 220 mm disc, ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 83.5cm | 80cm |
| Front tyre | 100/90-19 | 110/70-17 |
| Rear tyre | 140/80-17 | 150/60-17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43mm upside down Big Piston forks. 150mm wheel travel | SFF-BP internal parts and adjustable spring preload/4.7 inches, 37 mm inverted fork |
| Rear suspension | Gas monoshock RSU with external reservoir and pre-load adjustment. 150mm wheel travel | Horizontal Back-link, BFRC lite gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, adjustable compression, rebound, and spring preload/4.9 inches |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Supersport |
| Top speed | 170km/h | 235km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 13 L – 4 L/100km | 15 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5595 | $9399 |
| Brand price lists | View TRIUMPH price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Ride-by-wire throttle with switchable traction control -Analog speedometer with integrated full-feature LCD display |
Electronic Riding Aids Economical Riding Indicator, Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC) (3 modes), Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS) (dual-direction), Power Modes Special Features 4.3" Full-color TFT Display, Smartphone Connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP -Power Modes -Smartphone Connectivity -Horizontal Back-link Rear Suspension |
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2024 TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X vs 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR: listed specifications
The 2024 TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X and 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR are closely matched in displacement, while the Scrambler 400 X has a lower listed weight, and the Ninja ZX-4RR has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Scrambler 400 X and Ninja ZX-4RR have very similar engine displacement (400 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
Ninja ZX-4RR has a clear listed power advantage (79.1 hp vs 39.5 hp).
Torque
Ninja ZX-4RR has a clear listed torque advantage (76.4 Nm vs 37.5 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja ZX-4RR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (235 km/h vs 170 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Scrambler 400 X has a modest listed weight advantage (179 kg vs 188 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: Scrambler 400 X is listed higher (83.5 cm) than Ninja ZX-4RR (80 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X vs KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR?
KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR is listed at 235 km/h (146 mph) vs 170 km/h (106 mph) for TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X.
Which has more horsepower, TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X or KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR?
KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR has 79 hp compared with 40 hp on the TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X.
Which is lighter, TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X or KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR?
TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X is lighter at 179 kg vs 188 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR.
Which is better, TRIUMPH Scrambler 400 X or KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR?
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.
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