KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR vs 2026 CF MOTO 500SR
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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-4RR 80 cm Lowest seat here
- 2026 CF MOTO 500SR 80.5 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 78.8 hp (2026 CF MOTO 500SR) up to 79.1 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR).
- Torque spans 49 Nm (2026 CF MOTO 500SR) up to 76.4 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR).
- Weight spans 188 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR) to 192 kg (2026 CF MOTO 500SR).
- Displacement spans 400 cc (KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR) to 500 cc (2026 CF MOTO 500SR).
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR | CF MOTO 500SR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | CF MOTO |
| Model | KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR | CF MOTO 500SR |
| Engine size | 400cc | 500cc |
| Power | 79.1hp | 78.8hp |
| Torque | 76.4nm. | 49nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 192kg |
| Front brake | Twin 290 mm discs, ABS | 300mm Dual Discs, Opposed 4-Piston Calipers, NISSIN |
| Rear brake | Single 220 mm disc, ABS | 220mm Single Disc, Floating Caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 80cm | 80.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70-17 | 120/70 R17, CST S3N |
| Rear tyre | 150/60-17 | 160/60 R17, CST S3N |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | SFF-BP internal parts and adjustable spring preload/4.7 inches, 37 mm inverted fork | 41mm USD Fork, Adjustable Preload and Rebound |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link, BFRC lite gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, adjustable compression, rebound, and spring preload/4.9 inches | Multi-link Shock, Adjustable Preload and Rebound |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 235km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 6 L/100km | 15.5 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9399 | Price not listed. |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View CF MOTO 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 |
Front Suspension : 41mm USD Fork, Adjustable Preload and Rebound 6.2" TFT screen with MotoPlay |
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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR vs 2026 CF MOTO 500SR: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR and 2026 CF MOTO 500SR are closely matched in peak power and weight, while the Ninja ZX-4RR has more torque, and the 500SR has more displacement.
Engine displacement
500SR has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (500 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
Ninja ZX-4RR and 500SR have very similar peak power (79.1 hp vs 78.8 hp).
Torque
Ninja ZX-4RR has a clear listed torque advantage (76.4 Nm vs 49 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja ZX-4RR and 500SR have very similar listed top speeds (235 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja ZX-4RR and 500SR have very similar listed weights (188 kg vs 192 kg). Ninja ZX-4RR and 500SR have very similar seat heights (80 cm vs 80.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement and torque, while peak power, listed top speed, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR vs CF MOTO 500SR?
CF MOTO 500SR is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 235 km/h (146 mph) for KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR or CF MOTO 500SR?
KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR has 79 hp compared with 79 hp on the CF MOTO 500SR.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR or CF MOTO 500SR?
KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR is lighter at 188 kg vs 192 kg for CF MOTO 500SR.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja ZX-4RR or CF MOTO 500SR?
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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