Sport motorcycle ratings and information

Ah the Kawasaki Ninja, one of the most talked about sport motorcycles today. Why? Well because Kawasaki has decided to revamp the Ninja lineup in more ways then one. Not only does the new Ninja's get all new looks. They also get all new parts! From the breaks, tires, body, but even more important a whole new engine!!! Yes you heard right a new engine has been built from the ground up to replace the old ZX-6R's power plant. This new engine has increased the mid-range power in all area's. It has even taken the now famous Yamaha R6 off the number one sport in performance. A shock to many people in the moto world. This time around, Kawasaki not only did the homework, but also took notice of the upcoming bikes and decided to crush them before they even come out. This has made Yamaha and Honda take notice of Kawasaki and force them both to step up their game.

I believe both Yamaha and Honda will soon produce new bikes that will be able to match the new Ninja's performance. The real question is will they be able to knock Kawasaki off the top spot. We will soon find out with the 2012 lineup of Super-sport motorcycles. At this point it's anyone's guess as to who will come out on top for 2012. If history has any indication, I'd place my bet with Yamaha. Thank you all for reading, and I wish you all happy ridding. :)

Quick specs:

• Displacemnt: 599.cc's
• Power: 107.7hp
• Torque: 42.9 lb-ft
• Dry weight: 368lb
• Top Speed: 173mph
• 0 to 60: 3.6 seconds
• Fuel eco: 38mpg

Our Ratting: **** 4/5

The Honda CBR is probably the most common sport 600 around. It has been a strong performer since it's launch. It is the jack of all trades of sport600 class bikes. With the most mods available, the engine is one of the most reliable engines that can be found on any 600cc sport bike. The sound it makes running up and down a street is nothing less then a taste of heaven to the ears of any moto sport fan. Honda did there homework before releasing this bike in the US. The solid build, and fun to drive nature makes it one of the most recommend and common sport bikes you'll find anywhere.

Quick specs:

• Displacemnt: 599.cc's
• Power: 102.2hp
• Torque: 45.2 lb-ft
• Dry weight: 386lb
• Top Speed: 173mph
• 0 to 60: 3.2 seconds
• Fuel eco: 41mpg

Our Ratting: **** 4/5

The Yamaha R6 is one of the worlds most talked about super-sport bikes. It's handeling, speed, 0-60 times and resale valule is one of the very best in the world. It's also the most recommend stock track ready 600cc bike. You could pick up a used R6 for around $5,000 - $8,000 dollars for a 2005 - 2008 model year. In addition to the great things about this bike you have access to tons of mods both body and performance kits. We simply love this bike!

Quick specs:

• Displacemnt: 599.cc's
• Power: 122.03hp
• Torque: 48.5 lb-ft
• Dry weight: 354.9lb
• Top Speed: 183mph
• 0 to 60: 3.2 seconds
• Fuel eco: 40mpg

Our Ratting: ***** 5/5

Ducati is famous in the biker world, for there performance, class, looks, and Not to mention there 0 to 60 times! In 2008 Ducati created the "Evo 848". The Evo marks a new generation of thinking For ducati, by making the sport-bike compete in the same arena as the 600cc / 750cc and sub 900cc class Of motorcycles. The Evo might be rated at 848cc's however many ridders will put the bike in the same arena with the 600cc sport bikes. I however welcome to new Ducati bike into the lineup of sub 1000cc bikes.

Quick Specs

• Displacemnt: 849.4cc's
• Power: 140hp
• Torque: 72.3 lb-ft
• Dry weight: 370lb
• Top Speed: 159mph
• 0 to 60: 3.0 seconds
• Fuel eco: 44mpg

Our Rating: * * * * 4 / 5