Yamaha R3 2023 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Yamaha R3 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Overview - Yamaha R3 2023 vs Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Yamaha R3 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Technical Specifications Yamaha R3 2023 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Yamaha R3 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Yamaha R3 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 400 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	68 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	44.1 mm	Stroke	51.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	42 HP	Engine power	45 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	29.6 Nm	Torque	37 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.2	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	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	321 ccm	Displacement	399 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	37 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Travel	Travel	125 mm	Travel	130 mm

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	25 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	95 mm	Trail	92 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	298 mm	Diameter	310 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	220 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 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	140 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,090 mm	Length	1,990 mm
Width	Width	720 mm	Width	710 mm
Height	Height	1,135 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,380 mm	Wheelbase	1,370 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	780 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	169 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	168 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R3 2023

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