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Ninja 7 Hybrid 2024 vs YZF-R3 2026

If straight-line speed is your priority, the Ninja 7 Hybrid takes the lead. With 27 HP more than the YZF-R3, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the YZF-R3 has a clear advantage. Weighing in 60kg less than the Ninja 7 Hybrid, 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 YZF-R3. Its seat height is 15mm lower than the Ninja 7 Hybrid, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the ninja7-hybrid offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid 2024Ninja 7 Hybrid
2024451 cc • 69 hp
Yamaha YZF-R3 2026YZF-R3
2026321 cc • 42 hp
SpecNinja 7 HybridYZF-R3
Displacement451321
Power6942
Cylinders22
Weight229169
Seat height795780
MSRP (US)124995499