Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs Yamaha YZF R3 BS4

Should you buy Kawasaki Ninja 300 or Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 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 300 price in is Rs 3,17,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 price in is Rs 3,51,680 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Ninja 300 makes 39 PS and 26.1 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of YZF R3 BS4 stand at 42 PS and 29.6 Nm respectively. Kawasaki offers the Ninja 300 in 2 colours whereas the Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 comes in 2 colours. Out of 24 user reviews, YZF R3 BS4 scores 4.5 whereas the Kawasaki Ninja 300 tallies 4.4 out of 5 based on 172 user reviews..The Kawasaki Ninja 300 Mileage is around 30 kmpl, while the Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 Mileage is around 35 kmpl.

Ninja 300 vs YZF R3 BS4

Key Highlights	Ninja 300	YZF R3 BS4
Mileage (Overall)	30 kmpl	35 kmpl
Max Power	39 PS @ 11000 rpm	42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC	Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, DOHC Engine

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Basic Information	Kawasaki Ninja 300	Yamaha YZF R3 BS4
On-Road Price	Rs.3,56,381* Onwards	Rs.3,92,766* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	30 kmpl	35 kmpl
Max Power	39 PS @ 11000 rpm	42 PS @ 10750 rpm
User Rating	4.4 Based on Kawasaki Ninja 300 Reviews	4.5 Based on Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 9,747 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Basic Information

Kawasaki Ninja 300

Yamaha YZF R3 BS4

On-Road Price

Rs.3,56,381* Onwards

Rs.3,92,766* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

30 kmpl

35 kmpl

Max Power

39 PS @ 11000 rpm

42 PS @ 10750 rpm

User Rating

4.4

Based on Kawasaki Ninja 300 Reviews

4.5

Based on Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 9,747

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC	Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, DOHC Engine
Displacement	296 cc	321 cc
Number Of Cylinders	2	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	4	4
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet, Multi Disc	Wet Multiple Disc
Ignition	Digital	Transistor controlled ignition
Gearbox	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	62 mm	68 mm
Stroke	49 mm	44.1 mm
Compression Ratio	10.6:1	11.2:1
Emission Norm Compliance	BS6.2	bs4
Max Torque	26.1 Nm @ 10000 rpm	29.6 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC

Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, DOHC Engine

Displacement

296 cc

321 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console Type	Analogue and Digital	Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	-	No
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Split	Split
Body Graphics	-	Yes
Clock	Digital	Yes
Stepup Seat	Yes	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	-	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console Type

Analogue and Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Speedometer

Digital

Tachometer

Analogue

Features and Safety
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Windscreen	Yes	-
Additional Features/Information	Heat Management Technology	-

Features and Safety

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Windscreen

Additional Features/Information

Heat Management Technology

Performance
Overall Mileage	30 kmpl	35 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	182 kmph	188 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

30 kmpl

35 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

182 kmph

188 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	17 L	14 L
Width	715 mm	720 mm
Length	2015 mm	2090 mm
Height	1160 mm	1135 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	4.5 L	-
Ground Clearance	140 mm	160 mm
Wheelbase	1405 mm	1380 mm
Kerb Weight	179 kg	173 Kg
Seat height	785 mm	780 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

17 L

14 L

Width

715 mm

720 mm

Length

2015 mm

2090 mm

Height

1160 mm

1135 mm

Electricals
Headlight	Halogen	Halogen
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	Bulb
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	-
Projector Headlight	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	-	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

Halogen

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Bulb

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	290 mm	298 mm
Rear Brake Size	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 Size

290 mm

298 mm

Rear Brake Size

220 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

28 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

28 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Tubular Diamond	Diamond

Underpinnings

Frame

Tubular Diamond

Diamond

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User Reviews of Comparison

Ninja 300
YZF R3 BS4

M
m on Mar 09, 2026
4.7
A Budget Beast
Been using it for almost 5 years now and never had it left me on the road stranding. The bike is a superstar with almost 26-30 mileage, it is just an unbeatable combination of power and efficiency. Cornering is so much fun after I upgraded the three and barely I was ever unsatisfied with the looks and styling its got.
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4 4
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diptanshu on Feb 19, 2026
4.0
Performance and reliability
I chose Ninja 300 for its performance, strong top-end power as I was about passionate about riding. Its good beginner- friendly and revs without being jerky. Has comfortable ergonomics and is a balanced bike with reliability. So far engine was smooth and linear. Sporty but not aggressive and power is usable for city and highways. Longer rider are somewhat comfortable and is stable. Display and techs are basic and is slightly heavy. Braking could be sharper to some extent. Yes, I would recommend Ninja 300 for smooth, reliable and well-balanced to ride easily and still have fun on rides. It tend to have better performance but lacks some basic features which other bikes in the same segment offer.
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5 2
P
prasad on Jan 30, 2026
5.0
Smooth engine, strong highway performance and spor
I choose this bike mainly because of its smooth engine and highway comfort. It feels very stable at high speed and gives confidence while riding. Looks are sporty and premium which I liked. In city suspension feels little stiff but I was ok with that compromise. Ride experience is mostly positive. On highways it feels planted and smooth even at higher speed. Handling is very good and cornering feels safe. Mileage is decent not too low not too high. In city traffic and bad roads you feel bumps little more. Yes I will recommend this bike to people who love riding on highways and enjoy sporty riding style. It is not for someone who want soft suspension or only daily city use. Buy it if you want performance and feel, avoid if mileage is main concern.
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prashant on Jan 01, 2026
5.0
Kawasaki Ninja 300 is the perfect balance of power style control
Kawasaki Ninja 300 mere liye sirf ek sport bike nahi balki speed control aur confidence ka perfect combination hai aur pehli ride se hi ye bike feel karwa deti hai ki Kawasaki ka name kyu itna interested hai iska 296CC parallel twin engine smooth aur refined hai aur traffic mein bike bilkul manageable r3ehti hai aur highway par jate hi iska real character bahar aa jata hai acceleration linear hai isliye beginner riders bhi bina dare iski power enjoy kar sakte hai Kawasaki Ninja 300 ka design bilkul race inspired hai sharp fairing aggressive stance aur premium paint finish isse road par sabse alag banate hai aur ye bike chalate waqt nahi balki iske sath khade hone par bhi attention attract karti hai Kawasaki Ninja is the best bike for my life
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3 2
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laxman on Nov 13, 2025
5.0
Easy to Maintain Ride
Needed a bike for both work and weekend trips. This one offered decent comfort and better mileage. I chose this model after comparing with two others. It had better looks and better average. This super bike is perfect for rides Very satisfying ride. The seat is wide and soft. Long rides are comfortable. Performance is stable. I’m happy with how it rides. No vibration, good pickup, and handling is easy. Mileage has stayed steady. Best for riders who do both city and highway trips. Runs smooth and gives good fuel return. I’d suggest it to anyone who wants balance of mileage, comfort, and power. Worth the money. Yes, this bike is perfect for rides
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4 2
Kawasaki Ninja 300 Reviews

Ninja 300 Reviews

K
kunal on Nov 24, 2024
4.0
Segment killer
R3 is to much fairing bike and performance is also next level we can say segment killer but mileage and maintenance cost irritate me
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saffankhan on Oct 25, 2024
4.7
The bike is good looking
The bike is good looking and its speed also good And it mingle is low but it has a good look it will give good milage in long tour Or high ways
P
priscus on Sep 10, 2024
4.3
Till now I'm very satisfied
Till now I'm very satisfied with the r3 but the mileage seems kinda problem😅 till than so far it's been a good bike and a friendly motorcycle
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akash on Mar 27, 2024
5.0
Great Experience
Simply superb, The bike offers impressive performance, comfort, and features, all powered by an excellent engine.
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dach on Dec 16, 2021
4.0
A love that few can posses mileage is absolutely fantastic
I just want people to know upfront that the 30+kmpl mileage is absolutely fantastic. In real life, R3 gives about 18-20kmpl in the city and 25kmpl on the highways. If you are buying an R3 with mileage in mind, when you're wired in ways, it may cause short circuits. I have owned one since Feb of 2020, probably the last one in India at the time, and can vouch for the excellence of the machine that it is. Especially in cruising. The ergonomics is so comfy. It’s mainly a tourer really, but can be just as good a daily go-to riding vehicle. Anyone who owns a showroom owned R3 can vouch that it’s the greatest sub 500cc bike in the Indian market, and by far at that when wholistic consideration is a thing.
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FAQs on Kawasaki Ninja 300 and Yamaha YZF R3 BS4

Q) Which bike is better Kawasaki Ninja 300 or Yamaha YZF R3 BS4?

A) As per our average user rating, Kawasaki Ninja 300 has a score of 4.4/5 while Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 has rate of 4.5 /5.

Q) Which bike among Kawasaki Ninja 300 and Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 is cheaper?

A) Kawasaki Ninja 300 price starts at Rs 3,17,000 & Yamaha YZF R3 BS4 price starts at Rs 3,51,680 in Delhi . Kawasaki Ninja 300 is cheaper between these.

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