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    Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

    Should you buy Kawasaki Ninja 500 or Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 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 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 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 Super Meteor 650 stand at 47 PS and 52.3 Nm respectively. Kawasaki offers the Ninja 500 in 1 colours whereas the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 comes in 6 colours. Out of 132 user reviews, Super Meteor 650 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 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Mileage is around 25 kmpl.

    Ninja 500 vs Super Meteor 650

    Key HighlightsNinja 500Super Meteor 650
    Mileage (Overall)26.31 kmpl25 kmpl
    Max Power45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm47 PS @ 7250 rpm
    Body TypeSports BikesCruiser Bikes
    Engine TypeLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHCParallel Twin, 4 Stroke, SOHC, Air-Oil Cooled
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    Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Comparison

    Basic Information
    On-Road Price
    Rs.6,38,000* Onwards
    Rs.4,57,832* Onwards
    Mileage (Overall)
    26.31 kmpl
    25 kmpl
    Max Power
    45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
    47 PS @ 7250 rpm
    User Rating
    4.5
    Based on Kawasaki Ninja 500 Reviews
    4.5
    Based on Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Reviews
    Body Type
    Sports Bikes
    Cruiser Bikes
    EMI Starts₹ 17,462
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    Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
    		₹ 12,529
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    Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
    Insurance
    Rs.26,720
    Ninja 500 Insurance
    Rs.22,100
    Super Meteor 650 Insurance
    ColoursMetallic Carbon GrayView All ColoursAstral BlackAstral GreenView All Colours
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    Engine and Transmission
    Engine Type
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    Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
    Parallel Twin, 4 Stroke, SOHC, Air-Oil Cooled
    Displacement
    451 cc
    648 cc
    Number Of Cylinders
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    2
    2
    Cooling System
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    Liquid Cooled
    Air & Oil Cooled
    Valves (per cylinder)
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    4
    2
    Supply System
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Clutch
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    Wet multi-disc
    Wet, Multi Plate
    Ignition
    Digital
    -
    Gearbox
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    6 Speed
    6 Speed
    Bore
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    70 mm
    78 mm
    Stroke
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    58.6 mm
    67.8 mm
    Compression Ratio
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    11.3:1
    9.5 : 1
    Emission Norm Compliance
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    BS6.2
    BS6.2
    Max Torque
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    42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
    52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm
    Starting System
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    Self Start Only
    Self Start Only
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    Features
    USB Charging PortYesYes
    Instrument Console Type
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    Digital
    Analogue and Digital
    Bluetooth Connectivity
    Bluetooth
    Bluetooth
    NavigationYesYes
    Call/SMS AlertsYes
    -
    Roadside Assistance
    -
    		Yes
    Speedometer
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    Digital
    Analogue
    Tachometer
    -
    Digital
    Tripmeter
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    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
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    Digital
    Digital
    Seat Type
    Split
    Split
    Clock
    Digital
    		Yes
    Rear Footpegs
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    		YesYes
    Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
    -
    Distance To EmptyYes
    -
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    Features and Safety
    Mobile ApplicationYes
    -
    Service Due IndicatorYesYes
    Fuel Gauge
    Digital
    Digital
    Riding ModesYes
    -
    WindscreenYes
    -
    Additional Features/Information
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    Air Cleaner - Paper Element, CO2 Emissions - 99 g/km, Noise Emissions - 76.3 dB(A), Last Parked Loaction
    Real Time Mileage IndicatorYes
    -
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    Performance
    Overall Mileage
    26.31 kmpl
    25 kmpl
    Claimed Top Speed
    190 kmph
    160 kmph
    Dimensions and Capacity
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 L
    15.7 L
    Width
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    730 mm
    890 mm
    Length
    1995 mm
    2260 mm
    Height
    1120 mm
    1155 mm
    Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
    2.8 L
    3.1 L
    Ground Clearance
    145 mm
    135 mm
    Wheelbase
    1375 mm
    1500 mm
    Dry Weight
    157 kg
    -
    Kerb Weight
    171 kg
    241 kg
    Seat height
    785 mm
    740 mm
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    Electricals
    Headlight
    LED
    LED
    Taillight
    LED
    LED
    Indicators
    LED
    LED
    Daytime Running LampsYesYes
    Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
    Distance To EmptyYes
    -
    Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
    -
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    Tyres and Brakes
    Front Brake Size
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    310 mm
    320 mm
    Rear Brake Size
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    220 mm
    300 mm
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28 psi
    41 psi
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    28 psi
    41 psi
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    32 psi
    36 psi
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32 psi
    41 psi
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    Underpinnings
    Frame
    Trellis, High-tensile Steel
    Steel Tubular Spine 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

      Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

      • It gets really premium fit and finish quality
      • The torquey engine makes for a lovely riding experience
      • Brakes on the Super Meteor 650 offer a pretty good bite and feedback

    • 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

      Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

      • You can really feel the heavy weight of the bike at slow speeds or on U-turns
      • The suspension setup is pretty firm resulting in a slightly uncomfortable riding experience
      • The most expensive Royal Enfield bike on sale

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    User Reviews of Comparison

    • Ninja 500
    • Super Meteor 650
    • 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 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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      1 1
    • 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
      1
    • Kawasaki Ninja 500 Reviews
    • A
      asad on May 07, 2026
      4.3
      Perfect 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
      Very good looking and powerful bike, Nice experience, strong feel, Some mileage issue. This colour is very attractive. Back seat supporter is very helpful. I have more interesting accessories for this bike, like wind shield big foot pads stylish side mirror. Extra focus light etc. all over very positive result.
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    • A
      anas on Dec 22, 2025
      4.8
      I couldn’t seen ever bike like this
      this is not a bike this is a lion and i never seen bike like this and little bit costly but value for money and so comfortable riding and look very cool classy and fantastic the bike was full loaded and so power full engine and performance is so good and the speed was like cheetah so fast and quick so power full pick up thankyou Royal Enfield for the beast
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    • M
      mihir on Nov 13, 2025
      5.0
      Light, Smooth and Stylish
      I needed a bike with good mileage and easy service. The design looked good too. Picked this one after test rides. It felt lighter and smoother than the rest. I wanted something fuel-efficient and comfortable. Smooth riding, no problems so far. Starts quick and clutch is very light. The ride quality is excellent. Mileage is good, and the handling gives confidence. I get around 55+ km/l consistently. The eco-friendly side was an extra reason to buy it. It’s perfect for office goers or college students. Doesn’t demand much maintenance. I recommend it for anyone who rides often. Great mix of comfort, mileage, and control. Doesn’t break the pocket and runs smoothly.
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    • C
      chetan on Nov 13, 2025
      5.0
      Effortless Control and Comfort
      I chose this model as it offered better mileage than others in same price. Also liked the upright sitting position, which helps during traffic rides. This one had everything I needed. Handles bumps easily, strong body. So far, rides are smooth. Clutch is light, brakes work fine, and suspension feels strong. Bit of vibration at top speed but okay. Starts easily, handles traffic well, and brakes are strong enough. Feels stable on highways too. Good for people who want a no-trouble bike. Mileage stays around 60 km/l and service cost is low. Overall, great value. Simple design, low maintenance, and good fuel economy. I wanted something long-lasting with steady mileage.
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      1
    • D
      devansh on Nov 13, 2025
      5.0
      Affordable Yet Feels Premium
      Bought this one because it fits my budget and comes from a trusted brand. I didn’t want to risk a new company model. Very comfortable even on long drives, and Handles traffic well, no heating issues. My riding experience has been satisfying. Starts quick, handles turns well, and stays stable even with a passenger. Engine feels refined and quick to respond. and vibes are stable even at higher speeds. I’d tell others to go for it if they want peace of mind. It’s not the fastest, but it’s steady, smooth, and very reliable daily use bike. Very responsive throttle and smooth clutch. Seats are soft, and suspension works well.
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    FAQs on Kawasaki Ninja 500 and Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

    Q) Which bike is better Kawasaki Ninja 500 or Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650?

    A) As per our average user rating, Kawasaki Ninja 500 has a score of 4.5/5 while Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 has rate of 4.5 /5.

    Q) Which bike among Kawasaki Ninja 500 and Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is cheaper?

    A) Kawasaki Ninja 500 price starts at Rs 5,66,000 & Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 price starts at Rs 4,02,965 in Delhi . Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is cheaper between these.
    *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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