Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Triumph Speed 400

Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	451.00 cc	398.15 cc
Engine	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin	Liquid-cooled, 4 valve, DOHC, single-cylinder
Engine Starting	Electric	--
Engine Lubrication	Forced lubrication, wet sump	--
Clutch	Assist & Slipper Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, slip
Fuel System	Fuel injection: ø32 mm x 2	Bosch electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control
Ignition	Digital	--
Maximum Power	45 PS @ 9,000 min-1	40 PS / 39.5 bhp (29.4 kW) @ 8,000 rpm
Maximum Torque	42.6 N·m @ 6,000 min-1	37.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Transmission	6-speed, return	--
Top Speed	--	160 kmph
Display	LCD Instrument Panel	Analogue Speedometer With Integrated Multi-Function LCD Display
Frame	Trellis, high-tensile steel	Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe
Gear	--	6 speed

Overall Mileage

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30 kmpl

Front	110/70R17M/C 54H	110/70 R17
Rear	150/60R17M/C 66H	150/60 R17
Wheel / RIM	--	Cast aluminium alloy 10 spoke, 17 x 3 in Front Wheel Cast aluminium alloy 10 spoke, 17 x 4 in Rear Wheel

Front	Semi-floating ø310 mm disc	300mm flixed disc, four-piston radial caliper, ABS
Rear	220 mm disc	230mm fixed disc, floating caliper, ABS

Front	ø41 mm telescopic fork /120 mm	43mm upside down Big Piston forks. 140mm wheel travel
Rear	Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable preload /130 mm	Gas monoshock RSU with external reservoir and pre-load adjustment. 130mm wheel travel

Colors

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Carnival Red/Phantom Black Caspian Blue /Storm Grey Phantom Black /storm Grey

Length	1,995 mm	--
Width	730 mm	--
Height	1,120 mm	1084 mm
Weight	--	170 kg
Kerb Weight	171	--
Handlebar Width	--	814
Seat Height	785	798
Wheelbase	1,375 mm	1377 mm
Ground Clearance	145 mm	--
Fuel Tank Capacity	14 litres	13 litres

About	The Kawasaki Ninja 500 packs a punch with its 451cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin engin Read More	Triumph Motorcycles is set to unveil the Speed 400 this July 2023, an intriguing blend of the r Read More
Features	- Relaxed, Sporty Riding Position - Superb Ride Comfort and Wind Protection - Light, Predictable Handling	- Characterful and responsive TR-Series engine (Euro 5 compliant) - Ride-by-wire throttle with switchable traction control - All-LED with Daytime Running Light (DRL) and rear light signature - Quilted Seat - Twin Silencer
Additional Details	DOHC, 8 valves	- Stainless twin-skin header system with stainless steel silencer - Twin-sided, cast aluminium alloy Swingarm

Pros	--	- Euro 5 compliant engine demonstrates Triumph's commitment to environmental sustainability without sacrificing performance. - Ride-by-wire throttle with switchable traction control enhances handling and safety, allowing for a customizable ride experience. - All-LED lighting, including a distinctive Daytime Running Light (DRL) and rear light signature, provides excellent visibility and gives the bike a modern appearance.
Cons	--	- Single-cylinder engine may not offer the smoothness of multi-cylinder configurations, potentially leading to more engine vibrations. - Ride-by-wire throttle might take some time to get used to for riders who are accustomed to traditional mechanical linkages. - The high-performance specifications might not be suitable for novice riders.