Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs. Yamaha R1 2020
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023
Yamaha R1 2020
Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs Yamaha R1 2020
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023
Yamaha R1 2020
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 compared to Yamaha R1 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023
To judge the Kawasaki Ninja 650 purely on its paper form would be a serious mistake. The two-day test showed once again that performance data carries more weight at the pub table than in the wild. Kawa's sports tourer does exactly what it is supposed to and, thanks to the constant revision and the new features added for 2023, is still an enrichment for the class. Only hobby racers should be warned, as the name Ninja still stirs up a certain expectation that the 650 does not fully meet.
Yamaha R1 2020
The Yamaha YZF-R1 is mature and makes countless racetrack pilots happy. The engine shines with lightness and agility, the seating position surprises positively and the handling is radical but still "suitable for the masses". The machine immediately stands out visually and also because of the heart-warming sound. Especially on the country road, the bike scores with its well-known strengths: great engine, great electronics, great package! A real pleasure to ride!
