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Ninja 650 2026 vs Daytona 660 2024

If straight-line speed is your priority, the Daytona 660 takes the lead. With 28 HP more than the Ninja 650, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the Ninja 650 has a clear advantage. Weighing in 8kg less than the Daytona 660, 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 650. Its seat height is 20mm lower than the Daytona 660, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the daytona660 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2026Ninja 650
2026649 cc • 67 hp
Triumph Daytona 660 2024Daytona 660
2024660 cc • 95 hp
SpecNinja 650Daytona 660
Displacement649660
Power6795
Cylinders23
Weight193201
Seat height790810
MSRP (US)81999195
MSRP (EU)81959795
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