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Ninja 400 2023 vs R6 Race 2024

If straight-line speed is your priority, the R6 Race takes the lead. With 73 HP more than the Ninja 400, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the Ninja 400 has a clear advantage. Weighing in 17kg less than the R6 Race, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Ninja 400. Its seat height is 65mm lower than the R6 Race, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the r6race offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023Ninja 400
2023399 cc • 45 hp
Yamaha R6 Race 2024R6 Race
2024599 cc • 118.4 hp
SpecNinja 400R6 Race
Displacement399599
Power45118.4
Cylinders24
Weight168185
Seat height785850
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