Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

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Overview - Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke42.5 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power124 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement599 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,040 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth705 mmWidth740 mm
HeightHeight1,095 mmHeight1,135 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,375 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height790 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

The Yamaha R6 2017 is still a visually and dynamically radical supersport motorbike that is one of the best and probably the last of its kind. The EURO4 standard costs the 599 cubic in-line four-cylinder with titanium valves a whole 11 hp compared to the 2007/2008 model. Yamaha is clearly targeting hobby, amateur and professional racers who don't care about standard performance anyway. With more than 50 accessories, the R6 can be upgraded according to need and budget. However, everyone should be aware that this can cost a lot of money.

Strong, direct brakes

sharp looks

automatic gearshift

good wind protection

precise handling

high transparency

radical seating position unsuitable for touring

standard power only 118.4 hp

upgrade cost-intensive

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZF-R6 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650

Price Yamaha YZF-R6

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