Suzuki GSX-R 400 vs Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4RR ABS (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 400stacks up against the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4RR ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 400Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4RR ABS
Model year19842026
Price$9,999
Engine398 cc399 cc
Horsepower59 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight152 kg174 kg
Seat height800 mm
Fuel capacity15.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual hydraulic disc, four piston calipersDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single hydraulic disc, dual piston calipersHydraulic Disc
Tires110/90-16 54h / 110/90-18 61h Dunlop® Sportmax: 120/70ZR17 (58W) / Dunlop® Sportmax: 160/60ZR17 (69W)

Suzuki GSX-R 400 vs Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4RR ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 400 and the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4RR ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 400 brings 59 hp in a 152 kg package, while the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-4RR ABS counters with its own power figure at 174 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: