Yamaha YZF-R6 2020 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

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Overview - Yamaha YZF-R6 2020 vs Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R6 2020 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020
Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore58 mm
StrokeStroke42.5 mmStroke47.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power118 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque11.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio11.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement599 ccmDisplacement125 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel110 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66 degreeRake66.2 degree
TrailTrail97 mmTrail90 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter263 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter193 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,040 mmLength1,935 mm
WidthWidth695 mmWidth685 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,075 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,375 mmWheelbase1,330 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)190 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)148 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity11 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA1

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

It almost seems as if the Yamaha YZF-R6 was born on the race track. It is easy to see that the R6 is the little sister of the YZF-R1. Whether it's the design, the ergonomics, the braking or the electronic aids - the racing genes are everywhere! The R6 is an outstanding piece of engineering in the 600cc class and, depending on your preferences, is probably the best 600cc bike currently available - at least for the racetrack. The Yamaha gives the rider unbelievably high precision and feedback over the front wheel and the chassis, and is super manageable at the same time! The engine is extremely rev-happy, but also wants to be kept happy. It is a pity that the latest version of the R6 has lost some of its power due to Euro 4... Nevertheless, it will be the faster track bike for most of us. And if there is a need, an open exhaust system (without road homologation) and mapping can tickle a few more horsepower out of the super sports bike. Sharp design meets even sharper components - TOP!

TOP chassis - tight and sporty

Extremely powerful brakes from the YZF-R1

Incredibly sharp design!

Modern lighting system - LED says hello!

Mature electronics package on board

Easy to read and clear display interface

Very rev-happy engine - A true "organ orchestra"...

...the engine could do with a bit more "punch" from the middle of the rev range

clear price difference compared to the Kawasaki - but this is justified!

Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 125 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZF-R6 vs Kawasaki Ninja 125

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