Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-6R ABS KRT Edition vs Matchless G12 (2025)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-6R ABS KRT Editionstacks up against the Matchless G12. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-6R ABS KRT Edition | Matchless G12 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 | 1966 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 636 cc | 646 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 35 hp |
| Weight | 197 kg | 180 kg |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Front brakes | — | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | — | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) / Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) | — |
Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-6R ABS KRT Edition vs Matchless G12 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-6R ABS KRT Edition and the Matchless G12 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-6R ABS KRT Edition brings its published horsepower in a 197 kg package, while the Matchless G12 counters with 35 hp at 180 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: