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Ninja 650 2025 vs R6 GYTR 2024

If straight-line speed is your priority, the R6 GYTR takes the lead. With 50 HP more than the Ninja 650, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. Both bikes share a similar footprint on the scale, with only a negligible 3kg difference between them, so handling characteristics will depend more on center-of-gravity than raw weight. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Ninja 650. Its seat height is 60mm lower than the R6 GYTR, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the r6 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2025Ninja 650
2025649 cc • 68 hp
Yamaha R6 GYTR 2024R6 GYTR
2024599 cc • 118.4 hp
SpecNinja 650R6 GYTR
Displacement649599
Power68118.4
Cylinders24
Weight193190
Seat height790850
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