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Ninja ZX-4RR ABS 2026 vs YZF-R3 2025

If straight-line speed is your priority, the Ninja ZX-4RR ABS takes the lead. With 14 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 19kg less than the Ninja ZX-4RR ABS, 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 20mm lower than the Ninja ZX-4RR ABS, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the zx4r offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR ABS 2026Ninja ZX-4RR ABS
2026399 cc • 56 hp
Yamaha YZF-R3 2025YZF-R3
2025321 cc • 42 hp
SpecNinja ZX-4RR ABSYZF-R3
Displacement399321
Power5642
Cylinders42
Weight188169
Seat height800780
MSRP (US)99995499
MSRP (EU)96956799
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