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Triumph Daytona 660 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Triumph Daytona 660 and Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R are among the most cross-shopped sport bikes of 2026. The Triumph Daytona 660 undercuts the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R by about $1,904, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R leads on power with 127 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Triumph Daytona 660
Our pick
8.3

Triumph

Triumph Daytona 660
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
8.2

Kawasaki

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

The verdict

The Triumph Daytona 660 edges it overall at 8.3/10, but the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R wins on most exciting, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

Triumph Daytona 660

A2-legal, 94 hp.

Most exciting

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

127 hp and 0.64 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Triumph Daytona 660

Our 8.3/10 at $9,395, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

198 kg with an 830 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Triumph Daytona 660

Our top score in this matchup at 8.3/10.

Price & rating
Price$9,395$11,299
KickTheStand score8.3 / 108.2 / 10
Performance
Engine660cc triple636cc four
Power94 hp127 hp
Torque69 Nm70.8 Nm
Power-to-weight0.47 hp/kg0.64 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension41mm Showa USD fork, adjustable41mm Showa SFF-BP USD fork, adjustable
Rear suspensionShowa monoshock, adjustable preloadUni-Trak monoshock, adjustable
Front brakesDual 310mm discs, radial 4-pistonDual 310mm discs, radial 4-piston, ABS
Rear brakesSingle 220mm discSingle 220mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight201 kg198 kg
Seat height810 mm830 mm
Fuel capacity14 L17 L
Suitability
ClassSportSport
A2 licenceYesNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
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Triumph Daytona 660 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Triumph Daytona 660 or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R makes the most power at 127 hp and 70.8 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Triumph Daytona 660 or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?

The Triumph Daytona 660 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $9,395.

Which is lighter, the Triumph Daytona 660 or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is the lightest at 198 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Triumph Daytona 660 or the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?

For a new rider we'd point to the Triumph Daytona 660: A2-legal, 94 hp and 201 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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