Kawasaki Ninja 500
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Key Specs & Features
- Displacement451 cc
- Max Power45.4 PS
- Max Torque42.6 Nm
- Mileage26.31 kmpl
- Kerb Weight171 kg
- ABS TypeDual Channel
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Price
| Ninja 500 (2025) 190 kmph26.31 kmpl451 cc | ₹₹6,38,000 | View Offers | |
| Ninja 500 (2026) 190 kmph26.31 kmpl451 cc | ₹₹6,48,957 | View Offers |
Expert Review
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 replaced the Ninja 400 globally and offers an updated engine along with subtle design updates. Despite being an entry-level supersport, it draws design inspiration from Kawasaki’s larger bikes like the Ninja ZX-6R and Ninja ZX-10R, offering big-bike styling with approachable performance.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Price
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is priced at Rs 5.76 lakh, while the 2025 version is available at Rs 5.66 lakh, both prices ex-showroom Delhi. This makes it much more expensive than the Aprilia RS 457.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Colour Options
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in a single colour option: Lime Green. While the 2025 version is available in a Metallic Carbon Gray shade.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Variants
Currently, the bike is available in two versions, 2026 and 2025.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Design
The Ninja 500 carries the sharp, aggressive styling typical of Kawasaki’s Ninja family. It gets a twin LED headlight setup, a large front fairing, and a muscular fuel tank that adds to the sporty look. The fairing has sharp lines, while the upswept tail section complements its aggressive stance. Despite the design being largely an evolution rather than a revolution, the Ninja 500 still turns heads.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Engine
The Ninja 500 is powered by a 451cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine, which produces 45.4PS at 9,000rpm and 42.6Nm at 6,000rpm. For 2026, Kawasaki made this motor E-20 compliant. It comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Chassis, Brakes, Wheels & Suspension
The Ninja 500 uses a steel trellis frame, a 41mm telescopic fork with 120mm wheel travel, and a gas-charged, preload-adjustable rear monoshock with 130mm wheel travel. Braking hardware includes a 310mm front and 220mm rear disc - both with dual-piston calipers, dual-channel ABS. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in a 110-section front and a 150-section rear, Dunlop Sportmax GPR-300 tyres. It has a 785mm seat height, 145mm ground clearance, a 14 litre fuel tank, and a 171kg kerb weight.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Features
The Ninja 500 has a 5-inch negative LCD console with Bluetooth connectivity via Kawasaki’s Rideology app, navigation, notifications, Eco indicator, and all-LED lighting. However, it misses out on ride modes, traction control, a quickshifter, adjustable levers - which are increasingly becoming standard in this segment.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Competition
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 competes directly with the Aprilia RS 457. The RS is quite a lot cheaper than the Ninja, and still has a lot of modern features.
Pros & Cons
- Good Things
- Could Be Better
- 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
- 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
Kawasaki Ninja 500 comparison with similar Bikes
Currently Viewing Rs.6,38,000* Onwards | Aprilia RS 457 Rs.4,84,369* Onwards Check Offers | Aprilia Tuono 457 Rs.4,57,009* Onwards Check Offers | Kawasaki Z650 Rs.8,13,311* Onwards Check Offers | Benelli 502 C Rs.6,53,340* Onwards Check Offers | CFMoto 650NK Rs.4,87,890* Onwards Check Offers | CFMoto 650GT Rs.6,30,331* Onwards Check Offers | QJ Motor SRK 400 Rs.4,55,019* Onwards Check Offers | CFMoto 650MT Rs.5,97,460* Onwards Check Offers |
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| Mileage26.31 kmpl | Mileage30 kmpl | Mileage25.5 kmpl | Mileage19.02 kmpl | Mileage26.52 kmpl | Mileage20 kmpl | Mileage20 kmpl | Mileage20.6 kmpl | Mileage20 kmpl |
| Engine451 cc | Engine457 cc | Engine457 cc | Engine649 cc | Engine500 cc | Engine649.3 cc | Engine649.3 cc | Engine400 cc | Engine649 cc |
| Power45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm | Power47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm | Power47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm | Power68 PS @ 8000 rpm | Power47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm | Power61.18 PS @ 9000 rpm | Power62.54 PS @ 9000 rpm | Power41.46 PS @ 9000rpm | Power70.70 PS @ 8750 rpm |
| Top Speed190 kmph | Top Speed190 kmph | Top Speed- | Top Speed212 kmph | Top Speed160 kmph | Top Speed180 kmph | Top Speed195 kmph | Top Speed145 kmph | Top Speed170 kmph |
| Torque42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm | Torque43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm | Torque43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm | Torque64 Nm @ 6700 rpm | Torque46 Nm @ 6000 rpm | Torque56 NM @ 7000 rpm | Torque58.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm | Torque37 Nm @ 7500rpm | Torque62 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Weight171 kg | Weight175 kg | Weight175 kg | Weight188 kg | Weight216 kg | Weight206 kg | Weight226 Kg | Weight186 mm | Weight218 Kg |
| Ninja 500 vs RS 457 | Ninja 500 vs Tuono 457 | Ninja 500 vs Z650 | Ninja 500 vs 502 C | Ninja 500 vs 650NK | Ninja 500 vs 650GT | Ninja 500 vs SRK 400 | Ninja 500 vs 650MT |
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- 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.Read More
- 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 supportiveRead More
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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.Read More
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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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- Nice Too Riding On Highway
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- UNLEASHING THE THRILL…
It has a lovely balance of performance and handling in that sense and that makes it more welcoming for the enjoyable experience ride .The new LCD screen with bluetooth connectivity was warm welcome in this modern motorcycle.In terms of build quality and look it makes us satisfaction in price point.I think this will make mind clear on ninja 500 Asap…And makes a thirll…Read More
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This bike truly stands out as the best in its price segment. Its exceptional comfort surpasses any I've seen in sports bikes, coupled with the best mileage and an unbeatable traveling experience.Read More
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