2024 YAMAHA MT-03 vs KAWASAKI Z400
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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 YAMAHA MT-03 78 cm Lowest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z400 78.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 42 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-03) up to 45 hp (KAWASAKI Z400).
- Torque spans 29.6 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-03) up to 37.2 Nm (KAWASAKI Z400).
- Weight spans 167 kg (KAWASAKI Z400) to 168 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-03).
- Displacement spans 300 cc (2024 YAMAHA MT-03) to 400 cc (KAWASAKI Z400).
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| Specification | YAMAHA MT-03 | KAWASAKI Z400 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | KAWASAKI |
| Model | YAMAHA MT-03 | KAWASAKI Z400 |
| Engine size | 300cc | 400cc |
| Power | 42hp | 45hp |
| Torque | 29.6nm. | 37.2nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 168kg | 167kg |
| Front brake | Hydraulic single disc brake, 298mm; ABS | 310 mm petal discs. Single balanced actuation, dual-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic single disc brake, 220mm; ABS | 220 mm single petal disc. Dual-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 78cm | 78.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70R17 | 110/70R17 M/C 54H |
| Rear tyre | 140/70R17 | 150/60R17 M/C 66H |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 37mm KYB® inverted fork; 5.1-in travel | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Single shock; 7-step preload adjustable, 4.9-in travel | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, gas-charged, preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 180km/h | 185km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.2 L/100km | 14 L – 3.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $4999 | $5399 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Slipper Clutch, Digital LCD Instrumentation |
-New Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator |
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2024 YAMAHA MT-03 vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z400: listed specifications
The 2024 YAMAHA MT-03 and 2023 KAWASAKI Z400 are closely matched in weight, while the Z400 has more displacement, peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
Z400 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (400 cc vs 300 cc).
Peak power
Z400 has a modest listed power advantage (45 hp vs 42 hp).
Torque
Z400 has a clear listed torque advantage (37.2 Nm vs 29.6 Nm).
Listed top speed
MT-03 and Z400 have very similar listed top speeds (180 km/h vs 185 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
MT-03 and Z400 have very similar listed weights (168 kg vs 167 kg). MT-03 and Z400 have very similar seat heights (78 cm vs 78.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power and torque, while listed top speed, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of YAMAHA MT-03 vs KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 is listed at 185 km/h (115 mph) vs 180 km/h (112 mph) for YAMAHA MT-03.
Which has more horsepower, YAMAHA MT-03 or KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 has 45 hp compared with 42 hp on the YAMAHA MT-03.
Which is lighter, YAMAHA MT-03 or KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 is lighter at 167 kg vs 168 kg for YAMAHA MT-03.
Which is better, YAMAHA MT-03 or KAWASAKI Z400?
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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