2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 vs 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Power
147.1 kW / 200.0 PS @ 13500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
199 kg / 439 lbs
2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Power
154.5 kW / 210 hp @ 13000 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
204 kg / 449.8 lbs ABS 206 kg / 454.2 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year20162016
Make ModelYamaha YZF 1000 R1Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja
Dimensions
Seat Height830 mm / 32.7 in835 mm / 32.9 in
Wheelbase1419 mm / 55.9 in1440 mm / 56.7 in
Ground Clearance135mm / 5.3 in144 mm / 5.7 in
Height1150 mm / 45.3 in1145 mm / 45.1 in
Length2054 mm / 80.9 in1145 mm / 45.1 in
Width690 mm / 27.2 in739 mm / 29.1 in
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity17 Liters / 4.5 US gal17 Litres / 4.5 gal
Wet Weight199 kg / 439 lbs204 kg / 449.8 lbs ABS 206 kg / 454.2 lbs
Performance
Max Power147.1 kW / 200.0 PS @ 13500 rpm146 kW / 200 hp @ 13000 rpm
Max Torque112.4 Nm / 11.5 kg-m @ 11500 rpm113.5 Nm / 83.7 lb-ft @ 11600 rpm
Engine
Displacement998 cc / 60.9 cu-in998 cc / 60.9 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 50.9 mm76 x 55 mm
Compression Ratio13.0:113.0:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled
Engine ManagementYCC-T, YCC-I, PWR, TCS, LCS, LIF, SCS, QSS, CCU & SCU-
Fuel InductionFuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-IDFIØ with four 47mm Keihin throttle bodies, two injectors per cylinder
IgnitionTCI: Transistor Controlled IgnitionTCBI with digital advance and Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC)
LubricationWet sumpForced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
StarterElectricElectric
Drivetrain
ClutchWet, Multiple DiscWet multi-disc, manual
Final Drive"O" ring chainSealed Chain
Final Drive Ratio-2.471 (42/17)
Gear Ratios-1st 2.611(47/18) 2nd 1.947 (37/19) 3rd 1.545 (34/22) 4th 1.333 (32/24) 5th 1.154 (30/26) 6th 1.036 (29/28)
Primary Drive Ratios-1.556 (84/54)
Transmission / Drive6-speed w/multiplate slipper clutch6 Speed
Chassis
Frame Type-Aluminum perimeter
Suspension - Front43mm KYBø inverted fork; fully adjustable43mm inverted Showa Balance Free Fork, adjustable stepless rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability
Suspension - RearKYB® Single shock w/piggyback reservoir, 4-way adjustableHorizontal back-link with gas-charged shock, stepless, dual-range (low/high-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload
Rake-25°
Trail-106.68 mm / 4.2 in
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in120 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear120 mm / 4.7 in 114.5 mm / 4.5 in
Electronics
Equipment / Features-Kawasaki Launch Control Mode (KLCM), Sport Kawasaki TRaction Control (S-KTRC), Kawasaki Engine Braking Control, Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) and Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS)
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers, UBS ABS2x 330 mm floating discs, dual radial-mounted 4-piston callipers
Brakes - RearSingle 220mm disc 1 piston caliper, UBS ABSSingle 220mm disc with aluminum single-piston caliper
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70 ZR17
Tyres - Rear190/55 ZR17190/55 ZR17

Verdict

Winner on specs

2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja

The 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja edges out the 2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 thanks to its greater ground clearance. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 - Advantages

  • Competitive all-round: The 2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 matches or exceeds its rival across all measured criteria.

2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja - Advantages

  • More ground clearance: 144 mm vs 135mm - better clearance over rocks and obstacles.

2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 vs 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja - FAQs

Which should I buy, the 2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 or the 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja?
Both are strong choices. The 2016 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 has its own strengths, while the 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja stands out for greater ground clearance. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.