2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 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 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 78.5 cm Lowest seat here
- KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR 80 cm Tallest 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 SE) up to 79.1 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR).
- Torque spans 42.6 Nm (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE) up to 76.4 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR).
- Weight spans 184 kg (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE) to 188 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR).
- Displacement spans 400 cc (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR) to 500 cc (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE).
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| Specification | Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | KAWASAKI |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR |
| Engine size | 500cc | 400cc |
| Power | 52hp | 79.1hp |
| Torque | 42.6nm. | 76.4nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 184kg | 188kg |
| Front brake | Balanced actuation double piston Ø310mm | Twin 290 mm discs, ABS |
| Rear brake | Balanced actuation double piston Single Disc Ø220mm | Single 220 mm disc, ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 78.5cm | 80cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70R17 M/K 54H | 110/70-17 |
| Rear tyre | 150/60R17 M/K 66H | 150/60-17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork Ø41mm | SFF-BP internal parts and adjustable spring preload/4.7 inches, 37 mm inverted fork |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak with lower link, gas-charged shock and spring preload adjustability | 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 | 195km/h | 235km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 3.8 L/100km | 15 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6399 | $9399 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | 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 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE vs 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR: listed specifications
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE and 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR are closely matched in weight, while the Ninja 500 SE has more displacement, and the Ninja ZX-4RR has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Ninja 500 SE has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (500 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
Ninja ZX-4RR has a clear listed power advantage (79.1 hp vs 52 hp).
Torque
Ninja ZX-4RR has a clear listed torque advantage (76.4 Nm vs 42.6 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja ZX-4RR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (235 km/h vs 195 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja 500 SE and Ninja ZX-4RR have very similar listed weights (184 kg vs 188 kg). Ninja 500 SE has a lower listed seat height (78.5 cm vs 80 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE vs KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR?
KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR is listed at 235 km/h (146 mph) vs 195 km/h (121 mph) for Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE.
Which has more horsepower, Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE or KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR?
KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR has 79 hp compared with 52 hp on the Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE.
Which is lighter, Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE or KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR?
Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE is lighter at 184 kg vs 188 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR.
Which is better, Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 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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