| Engine | BMW S1000RR | Kawasaki Ninja 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | A10A10A | |
| Displacement | 999 cc | 399 cc |
| Max power | 203 hp (@13 500 RPM) | 49 hp (@10 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 83 lb ft (@7 000 RPM) | 28 lb ft (@8 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 14 000 RPM | 9 500 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 270 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-4 | DOHC Inline-2 |
| Compression | 13.30:1 | 11.60:1 |
| Oil capacity | 4.26 quart | |
| Oil type | SAE 5W-40 API SJ / JASO MA2 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK LMAR9FI-10G | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Bore | 80.0 mm | 70.0 mm |
| Stroke | 49.7 mm | 51.8 mm |
| Throttle bore | 32.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 2.14 lbs/hp | 7.47 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 1168 hp/2500lbs | 334 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | AGM 12V 8Ah |
| Gearbox | BMW S1000RR | Kawasaki Ninja 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Slipper | Slipper |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | ||
| Gears count | 6 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.652 | 2.219 |
| Final drive | 2.647 | 2.929 |
| 1. gear | 2.647 (91 mph) | 2.929 (36 mph) |
| 2. gear | 2.091 (115 mph) | 2.056 (51 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.727 (139 mph) | 1.619 (65 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.5 (160 mph) | 1.333 (78 mph) |
| 5. gear | 1.36 (176 mph) | 1.154 (91 mph) |
| 6. gear | 1.261 (191 mph) | 1.037 (101 mph) |
| Chasis | BMW S1000RR | Kawasaki Ninja 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Aluminum composite bridge frame | Steel trellis frame |
| Front susp. | USD, 4.72 in travel | 41mm fork, 4.72 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 4.61 in travel | Monoshock, 5.12 in travel |