CF MOTO 450NK vs KAWASAKI Ninja 400
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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.
- CF MOTO 450NK 79.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Ninja 400 78.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 45 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja 400) up to 47 hp (CF MOTO 450NK).
- Torque spans 37.2 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja 400) up to 39 Nm (CF MOTO 450NK).
- Weight spans 165 kg (CF MOTO 450NK) to 168 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja 400).
- Displacement spans 400 cc (KAWASAKI Ninja 400) to 450 cc (CF MOTO 450NK).
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| Specification | CF MOTO 450NK | KAWASAKI Ninja 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | CF MOTO | KAWASAKI |
| Model | CF MOTO 450NK | KAWASAKI Ninja 400 |
| Engine size | 450cc | 400cc |
| Power | 47hp | 45hp |
| Torque | 39nm. | 37.2nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 165kg | 168kg |
| Front brake | 320 mm single discs，J.Juan | 310 mm petal discs. Single balanced actuation dual-piston caliper. |
| Rear brake | 220 mm single disc，HANGTE | 220 mm single petal disc. Dual-piston caliper. |
| Seat height (cm) | 79.5cm | 78.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70 R17 CST AS5 | 110/70R17 |
| Rear tyre | 150/60 R17 CST AS5 | 150/60R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | upside down telescopic fork, front shock not adjustable | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | central shock, preload adjustable | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, gas-charged, preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Supersport |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 205km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4 L/100km | 14 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5399 | $5899 |
| Brand price lists | View CF MOTO price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Traction control, riding modes, 5-inch TFT screen with navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Slipper clutch, Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
-Slipper Clutch -Economic Riding Indicator |
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2023 CF MOTO 450NK vs 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 400: listed specifications
The 2023 CF MOTO 450NK and 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 400 are closely matched in peak power and weight, while the 450NK has more displacement.
Engine displacement
450NK has a larger listed engine displacement (450 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
450NK and Ninja 400 have very similar peak power (47 hp vs 45 hp).
Torque
450NK and Ninja 400 have very similar listed torque (39 Nm vs 37.2 Nm).
Listed top speed
450NK and Ninja 400 have very similar listed top speeds (200 km/h vs 205 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
450NK and Ninja 400 have very similar listed weights (165 kg vs 168 kg). 450NK and Ninja 400 have very similar seat heights (79.5 cm vs 78.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, while peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of CF MOTO 450NK vs KAWASAKI Ninja 400?
KAWASAKI Ninja 400 is listed at 205 km/h (127 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for CF MOTO 450NK.
Which has more horsepower, CF MOTO 450NK or KAWASAKI Ninja 400?
CF MOTO 450NK has 47 hp compared with 45 hp on the KAWASAKI Ninja 400.
Which is lighter, CF MOTO 450NK or KAWASAKI Ninja 400?
CF MOTO 450NK is lighter at 165 kg vs 168 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja 400.
Which is better, CF MOTO 450NK or KAWASAKI Ninja 400?
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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