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Ninja ZX-4R ABS 2026 vs R7 2024

If straight-line speed is your priority, the R7 takes the lead. With 17 HP more than the Ninja ZX-4R ABS, 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 1kg 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 ZX-4R ABS. Its seat height is 35mm lower than the R7, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the r7 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R ABS 2026Ninja ZX-4R ABS
2026399 cc • 56 hp
Yamaha R7 2024R7
2024689 cc • 73.4 hp
SpecNinja ZX-4R ABSR7
Displacement399689
Power5673.4
Cylinders42
Weight189188
Seat height800835
MSRP (US)92999199
MSRP (EU)899910300
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