2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport vs 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
147.2 kW / 200 hp @ 9500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
N/A
2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S

Sport

Engine
V2, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
420.0 pounds
Full Specifications
General
Year2014-
Colours-Red
Make ModelKawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport-
Warranty-24 months unlimited mileage
Dimensions
Seat Height800 mm / 31.5 in830 mm / 32.7 in.
Wheelbase1480 mm / 58.3 in.1,437 mm / 56.6 in.
Ground Clearance125 mm / 4.9 in-
Height1170 mm / 46.1 in.1,105 mm / 43.5 in.
Length1170 mm / 46.1 in.2,070 mm / 81.5 in.
Width770 mm / 30.3 in745 mm / 29.3 in.
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight-166.5 kg / 367.1 lbs
Fuel Capacity22 Litres / 5.8 gal17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons
Wet Weight-190.5 kg / 420.0 lbs
Performance
Max Power147.2 kW / 200 hp @ 9500 rpm-
Max Torque165.2 Nm / 119.7 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) @ 8750 Revolutions
Power-to-Weight Ratio-1.2312 HP/kg
Engine
Bore x Stroke (in,)-4.6 x 2.4 inches
Bore x Stroke (mm)-116.0 x 60.8 mm
Displacement (cc)-1285.00 cc
Fuel Control-Desmodromic valve control
Displacement (ci)-78.41 cubic inches
Engine Type-V2, four-stroke
Displacement1441 cc / 87.9 cu-in cc / 87.9 cu-in-
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderSuperquadro L-Twin
Fuel System-Injection. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies.
Bore x Stroke84 x 65 mm-
Compression Ratio12.3:112.6:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooled-
Emissions-Euro 3
Exhaust-2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers with alumimum outer sleeves
Fuel InductionDFIØ with four 44mm Mikuni throttle bodies-
IgnitionTCBI with Digital Advance-
LubricationWet sump-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System-4
Drivetrain
ClutchWet, multiple discs, hydraulic operatedSlipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control
Final DriveX-Ring chainChain
Gear Ratios1st 2.611(47/18) 2nd 1.947 (37/19) 3rd 1.545 (34/22) 4th 1.333 (32/24) 5th 1.154 (30/26) 6th1.036 (29/28)-
Gearbox-6-speed
Primary Drive-Chain 525; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39. Primary drive: Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.77.
Transmission / Drive6 Speed -
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium, Monocoque frameMonocoque Aluminium
Suspension - Front43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment,Marzocchi 50mm pressurized and fully adjustable usd fork with hard anodized aluminum lightweight slider
Suspension - RearBottom-link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride heightFully adjustable Sachs unit. Adjustable linkage: Progressive/flat. Aluminum single-sided swingarm.
Rake23°24.0°
Trail93 mm / 3.7 in.100 mm / 3.9 in.
Wheel Travel - Front116.8 mm / 4.6 in120 mm / 4.7 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear124.5 mm / 4.9 in130 mm / 5.1 in.
Electrical Systems
Instrumentation-Digital
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)-245 mm
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)-13.0 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)-330 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)-9.6 inches
Brakes - Front2x 310mm discs 4 piston calipersDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Brakes - RearSingle 250mm disc 2 piston caliperSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rims-3 spoke light alloy
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70-ZR17
Tyres - Rear190/50 ZR17200/55-ZR17

Verdict

Too close to call

The 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport and the 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S are evenly matched across the key measurable criteria. Your decision comes down to personal preference, riding style, and which brand's dealer network best suits your location.

Key Differences

2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport - Advantages

  • Lower seat height: 800 mm vs 830 mm - accessible to a wider range of rider heights.
  • Liquid cooling: Consistent engine temperature in stop-start traffic and hot climates.

2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S - Advantages

  • Fuel injection: Precise fuelling, better cold-start reliability, and lower maintenance requirements.
  • Dual front discs: Greater stopping power and better heat management under hard braking.

2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport vs 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport and 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S?
The 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport uses Four stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, while the 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S is powered by V2, four-stroke.
Which bike is better for shorter riders, the 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport or the 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S?
The 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport has the lower seat at 800 mm, making it more accessible. The 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S sits higher at 830 mm. A seat height below 800 mm suits most riders; above 820 mm shorter riders may need to tiptoe.
Which should I buy, the 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport or the 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S?
Both are strong choices. The 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport has the edge in lower seat height and liquid cooling, while the 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale S stands out for fuel injection and dual front discs. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.