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Yamaha R3 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Should you buy Yamaha R3 or Kawasaki Ninja 500 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Yamaha R3 price in Delhi is Rs 464900 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Kawasaki Ninja 500 price in Delhi is Rs 524000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the R3 makes 42 PS and 29.5 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Ninja 500 stand at 45.41 PS and 42.6 Nm respectively. Yamaha offers the R3 in 2 colours whereas the Kawasaki Ninja 500 comes in 1 colours. Out of 7 user reviews, Ninja 500 scores 4.6 whereas the Yamaha R3 tallies 4.4 out of 5 based on 5 user reviews..

R3 vs Ninja 500

Key HighlightsR3Ninja 500
Mileage (Overall)25 kmpl-
Max Power42 PS @ 10750 rpm45.41 PS @ 9000 rpm
Body TypeSports BikesSports Bikes
Engine Typeliquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 2-cylinder, 4-valvesLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC, 8 valves
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Yamaha R3 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 Comparison

*Ex-showroom price in Delhi

Basic Information

On-Road PriceRs.5.41 Lakh onwards
Rs.5.92 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)25 kmpl
-
Max Power42 PS @ 10750 rpm
45.41 PS @ 9000 rpm
User Rating
4.4
Based on 5 Reviews
4.6
Based on 7 Reviews
Body TypeSports Bikes
Sports Bikes
EMI Starts₹ 14,820Get EMI offers
Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
₹ 16,214Get EMI offers
Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
InsuranceRs.34,420
R3 Insurance

Rs.26,061
Ninja 500 Insurance

Colours
Icon Blue
Yamaha Black
Metallic Spark Black
Brochure
Brochure not available

Engine and Transmission

Engine Type
liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 2-cylinder, 4-valves
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC, 8 valves
Displacement321 cc
451 cc
No. of Cylinders
2
-
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
-
Valve Per Cylinder
2
4
Fuel SupplyFuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Clutch
Multiplate Wet Clutch
Wet multi-disc
IgnitionTCI
Digital
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 speed, return
Bore
68 mm
70 mm
Stroke
44.1 mm
58.6 mm
Compression Ratio
11.2:1
11.3:1
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Max Torque
29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only

Features

Instrument Console
Digital
-
USB Charging PortNoNo
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
TechometerDigital
-
Tripmeter
Digital
-
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Additional Features Of Variant
Caster angle - 25°, Trail - 95 mm, Fuel consumption indicator - Equipped
Lubrication - Forced lubrication, wet sump, Trail - 92 mm, Caliper - front and Rear - Balanced actuation dual-piston
Seat TypeSplit
Split

Features and Safety

Fuel GaugeDigital
Digital
Additional Features
Caster angle - 25°, Trail - 95 mm, Fuel consumption indicator - Equipped
Lubrication - Forced lubrication, wet sump, Trail - 92 mm, Caliper - front and Rear - Balanced actuation dual-piston

Mileage and Performance

Overall Mileage25 kmpl
-

Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity14 l
14 L
Width
730 mm
730 mm
Length2090 mm
1995 mm
Height1140 mm
1120 mm
Saddle Height
780 mm
785 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm
145 mm
Wheelbase1380
1375 mm
Kerb Weight169 kg
171 kg

Electricals

HeadlightBi-functional LED
LED
Tail LightLED
LED
Turn Signal LampLED
LED
Low Fuel IndicatorYesNo

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter
298 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
220 mm

Underpinnings

FrameDiamond
Trellis, high-tensile steel

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*Ex-showroom price in Delhi

User Reviews of Comparison

  • R3
  • Ninja 500
  • Awesome Experience

    I love it, the smoothness and reliability of the Yamaha engine are irresistible, and I'm completely satisfied. If.....Read More

    By rohit aryan
    On: Dec 20, 2023 | 409 Views
  • Best Bike

    It's worth the money, delivers perfect performance for its category, and has an impressive road presence. Adding more.....Read More

    By arjun
    On: Nov 26, 2023 | 385 Views
  • Great Bike

    Yamaha has produced many good bikes, and the R3 is one of them. The looks, power, and features in it are very good, and.....Read More

    By rohan devda
    On: Nov 19, 2023 | 244 Views
  • Best In Segment

    Full of necessary features, milage is also acceptable with that much performance, it gives good looks and comfortable.....Read More

    By ace chaitanya
    On: Apr 10, 2023 | 955 Views
  • Great Bike

    This is a great bike. This bike has good power, acceleration top class, build quality fabulous, tyres and brakes are.....Read More

    By rahul thakur
    On: Sep 01, 2022 | 1156 Views
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