Comparison of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R 2006 and Samurai Chopper Type 8 2009 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Samurai Chopper Type 8 2009 × |  Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R 2006 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2009 | 2006 |
| Make | Samurai Chopper | Kawasaki |
| Model | Samurai Chopper Type 8 | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R |
| Category | Prototype / concept model | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | - | Injection. Fuel injection with 46 mm throttle bodies and sub throttles |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1196.3 | 1,198 |
| Cooling system | - | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 88.9 | 83 |
| Stroke (mm) | 96.8 | 55.4 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | - | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | - | Digital |
| Compression | 9.7:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | 74 springer | 43 mm inverted hydraulic telescopic fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload. |
| Rear suspension | - | UNI-TRAK® system with single shock, adjustable compression and rebound damping, adjustable ride height, and adjustable preload . |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Frame type | Original Rigid Goose Neck | Aluminum monocoque |
| Front tyre | 450-18 | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tyre | 450-18 | 200/50-17 |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | - | 23.5 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Color options |
| - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,600 | 1,450 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 204 | 210 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,235 | 2,085 |
| Seat height (mm) | 711 | 820 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 102 | - |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 7.94 | - |
| Oil capacity (l) | 2.8 | - |
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