Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2021 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Overview - Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2021 vs Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2021 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	76 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	55.1 mm	Stroke	51.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	202 HP	Engine power	45 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,200 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	118 Nm	Torque	37 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.2	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	46 mm	Throttle Bore	32 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,000 ccm	Displacement	399 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	135 mm	Travel	130 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Twin-Spar	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	66.8 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	95 mm	Trail	92 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,075 mm	Length	1,990 mm
Width	Width	705 mm	Width	710 mm
Height	Height	1,145 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,420 mm	Wheelbase	1,370 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	203 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	168 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	144 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	91 g/km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

The Ninja 400 offers a lot of riding fun at a manageable price. It offers playful handling without being nervous. The name "Ninja" is a bit of a mouthful, but the range of use is wider than you might think. It rides sportily, but also offers a good riding position for everyday use and touring.

Good combination of stability and playful handling

Robust and reliable appearance

Well controllable engine

Wide usable rev range

Pleasant seating position

Limited space for large pilots