| Engine | Kawasaki ZX-6R | Yamaha R7 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | CP2 | |
| Displacement | 636 cc | 689 cc |
| Max power | 131 hp (@13 500 RPM) | 73 hp (@8 750 RPM) |
| Max torque | 52 lb ft (@11 500 RPM) | 49 lb ft (@6 500 RPM) |
| Redline | 16 000 RPM | 10 000 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 300 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-4 | DOHC Inline-2 |
| Compression | 12.90:1 | 11.50:1 |
| Oil capacity | 3.41 quart | 2.18 quart |
| Oil type | 10W40 | 10W40, 10W50 |
| Spark plug type | NGK CR9E | NGK LMAR8A-9 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Bore | 67.0 mm | 80.0 mm |
| Stroke | 45.1 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Throttle bore | 38.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 3.23 lbs/hp | 5.68 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 773 hp/2500lbs | 440 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 8Ah | YTZ7S 12V 6Ah |
| Gearbox | Kawasaki ZX-6R | Yamaha R7 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Slipper |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | 520 X-ring | |
| Gears count | 6 | 0 |
| Primary ratio | 1.9 | |
| Final drive | 2.688 | |
| 1. gear | 2.846 (81 mph) | 2.846 |
| 2. gear | 2.2 (105 mph) | 2.125 |
| 3. gear | 1.85 (125 mph) | 1.632 |
| 4. gear | 1.6 (144 mph) | 1.3 |
| 5. gear | 1.421 (163 mph) | 1.091 |
| 6. gear | 1.3 (178 mph) | 0.964 |
| Chasis | Kawasaki ZX-6R | Yamaha R7 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Twin-spar aluminum frame | Diamond steel frame |
| Front susp. | 41mm Showa USD, 4.72 in travel | KYB 41mm USD, 5.12 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 5.31 in travel | Monoshock, 5.12 in travel |