Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Aprilia RS 457

Should you buy Kawasaki Ninja 500 or Aprilia RS 457 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Kawasaki Ninja 500 price in is Rs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Aprilia RS 457 price in is Rs (ex-showroom). The engine in the Ninja 500 makes 45.4 PS and 42.6 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of RS 457 stand at 47.58 PS and 43.5 Nm respectively. Kawasaki offers the Ninja 500 in 1 colours whereas the Aprilia RS 457 comes in 6 colours. Out of 73 user reviews, RS 457 scores 4.5 whereas the Kawasaki Ninja 500 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 16 user reviews..The Kawasaki Ninja 500 Mileage is around 26.31 kmpl, while the Aprilia RS 457 Mileage is around 30 kmpl.

Ninja 500 vs RS 457

Key Highlights	Ninja 500	RS 457
Mileage (Overall)	26.31 kmpl	30 kmpl
Max Power	45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm	47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC	2 Parallel Forward Facing Cylinders, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled With Ride-By-Wire

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Basic Information	Kawasaki Ninja 500	Aprilia RS 457
On-Road Price	Rs.6,59,750* Onwards	Rs.4,80,471* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	26.31 kmpl	30 kmpl
Max Power	45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm	47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm
User Rating	4.5 Based on Kawasaki Ninja 500 Reviews	4.5 Based on Aprilia RS 457 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 18,063 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 13,157 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.30,740 Ninja 500 Insurance	Rs.24,464 RS 457 Insurance
Colours	Metallic Carbon GrayView All Colours	Opalescent LightPrismatic DarkRacing StripesArsenic yellowCoral Snake blueView All Colours
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Kawasaki Ninja 500

Aprilia RS 457

On-Road Price

Rs.6,59,750* Onwards

Rs.4,80,471* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

26.31 kmpl

30 kmpl

Max Power

45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm

47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on Kawasaki Ninja 500 Reviews

4.5

Based on Aprilia RS 457 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 18,063

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 13,157

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.30,740
Ninja 500 Insurance

Rs.24,464
RS 457 Insurance

Colours

Metallic Carbon GrayView All Colours

Opalescent LightPrismatic DarkRacing StripesArsenic yellowCoral Snake blueView All Colours

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC	2 Parallel Forward Facing Cylinders, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled With Ride-By-Wire
Displacement	451 cc	457 cc
No. of Cylinders	2	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet multi-disc	Multiplate Wet Clutch With Slipper System
Ignition	Digital	-
Gear Box	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	70 mm	69 mm
Stroke	58.6 mm	61.1 mm
Compression Ratio	11.3:1	-
Emission Type	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm	43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC

2 Parallel Forward Facing Cylinders, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled With Ride-By-Wire

Displacement

451 cc

457 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
Connectivity	Bluetooth	-
Navigation	Yes	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
Roadside Assistance	-	Yes
USB Charging Port	Yes	No
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	-	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Split	Split
Body Graphics	-	Yes
Clock	Digital	Yes
Passenger Footrest	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	Yes	-
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

Digital

Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Switchable ABS	-	Yes
Mobile Application	Yes	-
Service Due Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	-	Yes
Windscreen	Yes	-
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes	-
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Features and Safety

Switchable ABS

Mobile Application

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Performance
Overall Mileage	26.31 kmpl	30 kmpl
Top Speed	190 kmph	190 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

26.31 kmpl

30 kmpl

Top Speed

190 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	14 L	13 L
Width	730 mm	-
Length	1995 mm	-
Height	1120 mm	-
Fuel Reserve	2.8 L	2.6 L
Ground Clearance	145 mm	-
Wheelbase	1375 mm	-
Dry Weight	157 kg	159 kg
Kerb Weight	171 kg	175 kg
Seat height	785 mm	800 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

14 L

13 L

Width

730 mm

Length

1995 mm

Height

1120 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	310 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	220 mm	220 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	28 psi	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	28 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	32 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32 psi	-
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

310 mm

320 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

220 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

28 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

28 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Trellis, High-tensile Steel	Dual Beam Aluminium Frame

Underpinnings

Frame

Trellis, High-tensile Steel

Dual Beam Aluminium Frame

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Kawasaki Ninja 500
- 451cc twin-cylinder engine can handle everything: slow commutes, fast commutes, touring and even hardcore track days…all of it while being very easy to ride even for slightly inexperienced riders
- Looks - while the design hasn’t undergone a major change in years, the Ninja 500 is still a very good looking bike and will grab a lot of attention
- Handling - feels very nimble flicking from one corner to the other and once leaned over, the bike feels very stable as well
- Comfort - the raised clip-on ha
Aprilia RS 457
- Looks - looks sporty, aggressive and premium. Good build quality and sharp design mean it attracts a lot of attention
- Engine - lots of torque throughout the rev range makes commuting very easy. Quick overtakes even in a gear higher are effortless
- Tyres - the TVS Eurogrip Protorq Extreme tyres are fantastic both in dry and wet conditions, no complaints there
- Features - the TFT console is user-friendly and offers a lot of useful information
- Price - at Rs 4.10 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), it is the mo

Kawasaki Ninja 500
- Lack of features - the Ninja 500 misses out on traction control, navigation, a quickshifter and even adjustable levers, features that a lot of lower-priced bikes have as standard
- Price - at Rs 5,24,000 (ex-showroom India), the Ninja 500 is a lot more expensive than its closest rival, the Aprilia RS 457, which costs Rs 4,10,000 (ex-showroom Delhi)
- The Ninja 500 is only available in one colourway: Metallic Spark Black, which is quite subtle. It not being offered in Kawasaki’s signature Lime Green
Aprilia RS 457
- Riding posture - the clip-on handlebar is low-set and on the committed side, not the best for everyday commuting
- Firm rear suspension - the RS 457’s monoshock is on the firmer side and lighter riders will be tossed around a bit when going through potholes and sharp speed breakers
- Reliability - the RS 457 is coming out of a factory that’s never made a bike before so its reliability and how Aprilia handles its after-sales service is yet to be seen

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User Reviews of Comparison

Ninja 500
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R
rajeeb on May 06, 2025
4.5
Powe and Style Packege
Most stylish bike, power, performance, comfort,stying, full of packege. Service cost high but any one who owned Kakasaki he/ she may not worried about maintance cost. Top class bike ever, designe wow kaya kehna, mast bike hai there are not a single chance to complaint against this bike. This is the must buy vehicle.
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1
R
raafe on Mar 19, 2025
5.0
Best in segment with power delivery
Best in the segment with aggressive looks power delivery is great and the sound is excellent with good fuel efficiency and comfortable long drives rider doesnt get stiffness just a great machine by kawasaki The test drive was great and eagerly waiting for the bike the staff was also good and supportive
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2
B
bhaskar on Nov 09, 2024
5.0
Good driving experience, best bike
Good driving experience, best bike in the world I love it this bike bike performance was very good performance I love it
J
jatin on Oct 25, 2024
3.5
Great bike just worth
My neighbour have one and I also ride it on Sunday rides. Overall nice bike with the brand value of Kawasaki. Chlate time jb log dhekte h tab feel ate h koi superbike he chla rhe h 😂😂. Once Mount Abu Ride pr lekr gya tha kafi maza aya chla kr. Bike ki breaking kafi aachi hai. Bike comfortable h like R3 ke jaise haat dhukne nhi ate isme. Sitting posture normal sporty hai. Chaprio jaise nhi chlane pdte.
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D
dharma on Oct 12, 2024
5.0
Kawasaki love
Superb bike I love Kawasaki Very nice looking Amazing look engine performance are good Headlight so pretty Advance technology Price are good
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B
bhavana on Mar 19, 2026
4.7
Aprilia RS 457 is a powerful
Aprilia RS 457 is a powerful entry-level sport bike with a 457cc twin engine delivering strong mid-range performance and sharp handling. It offers premium features like riding modes and traction control. However, braking process and service network can be drawbacks. Overall, a fun, stylish, and performance-focused bike.
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A
anuj on Jan 27, 2026
4.5
My review 10 of 10
I was riding smooth on highways Gurugram to Ahmadabad, stiff suspension in city rides. Good mileage on highways fuel efficiency low, recommended for family friendly stylish looking sports racing bikes. All good and positive thing's. Positive things suspension good work on highways and city road, I was cover good mileage on highways approx 37km per litre, fuel efficiency very good and affordable every biker dreams this Aprilia rs457. I'm really loving this bike, I own R15 but this Aprilia is super, I'm recommended every to go nearest Aprilia showroom and book a test ride and feel smoothness, under budget and affordable every riders dream.
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2
G
gopal on Jan 26, 2026
4.3
Overall bike review of aprilia rs 457
This is the best motor sport bike. I've never seen premium quality engine, excellent model very attractive motor bike. Sporty look is next level the acceleration of bike is smooth, my experience is very joyful with this motor bike. This is best city road sport bike and going to highway this is turning into outstanding ridding experience, handling of this bike is very easy and smooth. This is top level bike I have full satisfied with this bike. Easy to handle. low cost maintenance best mileage, best for the city roads. The engine quality of this motor bike is next level. I love this bike. I have other bikes but this is best bike I have purchasing ever.
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3
K
karan on Nov 27, 2025
3.5
Aprilia RS 457 Ownership Review
It is the best choice for a budget super sport bike and looks aggressive with a lot of torque and power. The twin cylinder engine is very tractable and the overall ride experience is fun! Definitely a head turner. The bike is very smooth and the engine is very responsive. The posture is a bit demanding so would avoid in traffic jams and long rides. The power is just amazing, a twist of the throttle and before you know it you are reaching triple digit speeds. This is a pure red bike and would only suggest it to those who are genuinely in need of the power upgrade and will ride the bike the way it is meant to. For beginners and clout chasers would definitely recommend to stay away from this bike.
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D
daksh on Nov 19, 2025
4.0
Segment killer
Its is sports bike and segment killer. One of the best bike i have ride in this segment. But the breaking system sucks. Only good for experienced riders. U guys can buy the bike. Service is average not the best. It is good but breaking sucks.Its is sports bike and segment killer. One of the best bike i have ride in this segment. But the breaking system sucks. Only good for experienced riders. U guys can buy the bike. Service is average not the best. Yes i will recommend a bike like this. This is the segment killer. But j rember breaking sycks. Lacks safety. And the service centre is okish not best. This bike is not for beginners the top speed is 200kmph
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FAQs on Kawasaki Ninja 500 and Aprilia RS 457

Q) Which bike is better Kawasaki Ninja 500 or Aprilia RS 457?

A) As per our average user rating, Kawasaki Ninja 500 has a score of 4.5/5 while Aprilia RS 457 has rate of 4.5 /5.

Q) Which bike among Kawasaki Ninja 500 and Aprilia RS 457 is cheaper?

A) Kawasaki Ninja 500 price starts at Rs 5,66,000 & Aprilia RS 457 price starts at Rs 4,22,229 in Delhi . Aprilia RS 457 is cheaper between these.

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