KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M
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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.
- KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 198 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 213 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R).
- Torque spans 83 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 114.9 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R).
- Weight spans 203 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) to 206 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R | YAMAHA YZF-R1M |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | YAMAHA |
| Model | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R | YAMAHA YZF-R1M |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 213hp | 198hp |
| Torque | 114.9nm. | 83nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 206kg | 203kg |
| Front brake | 330 mm Brembo dual disc, dual radial-mounted Brembo M50 monoblock, 4-piston caliper | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Rear brake | 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 83.5cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W) | 200/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted fork with unbalanced external compression chamber, KECS-controlled rebound damping, compression damping, and spring preload adjustable. | 43mm Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension NPX fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal, back-link, BFRC lite gas-charged shock with KECS-controlled compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable. Additional Features: | Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 320km/h | 320km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 7 L/100km | 17 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17799 | $27399 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | Additional Features:
|
-Launch Control System (LCS), Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS) -Lift Control System (LIF), MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS) -Power Delivery Mode (PWR), Ride-by-Wire Throttle System -Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS), Variable Intake System |
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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R and 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the Ninja ZX-10R has more peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
Ninja ZX-10R and YZF-R1M have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Ninja ZX-10R has a modest listed power advantage (213 hp vs 198 hp).
Torque
Ninja ZX-10R has a clear listed torque advantage (114.9 Nm vs 83 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja ZX-10R and YZF-R1M have very similar listed top speeds (320 km/h vs 320 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja ZX-10R and YZF-R1M have very similar listed weights (206 kg vs 203 kg). Ninja ZX-10R has a lower listed seat height (83.5 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque and seat height, while displacement, listed top speed and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R vs YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
Both are listed at 320 km/h (199 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R has 213 hp compared with 198 hp on the YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
YAMAHA YZF-R1M is lighter at 203 kg vs 206 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-10R or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
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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