Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs BMW G 310 R vs Benelli TNT 300: Real World Comparison
Which has the most potential to dare our Indian roads and traffic - the Japanese, the Italian or the German?
Which has the most potential to dare our Indian roads and traffic - the Japanese, the Italian or the German?
Indian buyers are now spoilt for choices when it comes to 200cc to 300cc entry-level performance machines. If you happen to be one of them and don’t want something as aggressive as the KTM 390 Duke, you’re left with three popular choices: Kawasaki Ninja 300, BMW G 310 R and the Benelli TNT 300. You also do have the likes of the Yamaha YZF-R3 or the Ninja 400, but these two are sure to burn deep holes in your pocket. We have not ridden the Honda CB300R yet, so it has to be left out of this comparo. Hence, we’ve compared the real-world numbers of the contenders from Germany, Italy (China) and the green side of Japan to see which makes a better case on paper for itself.
Acceleration
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Kawasaki Ninja 300 |
BMW G 310 R |
Benelli TNT 300 |
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0-60kmph |
3.36 seconds |
3.07 seconds |
3.51 seconds |
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0-100kmph |
7.17 seconds |
7.47 seconds |
8.20 seconds |
Off the line, the BMW G 310 R leaps quicker and further than the Ninja and the Benelli thanks to its comparatively low weight. However, go higher up the revs and the Ninja’s parallel twin comes into its strides, reaching triple-digit speeds faster than anyone. It will zoom past the baby Beemer post 100kmph. While the Benelli too packs a parallel-twin engine layout and a healthy 39PS of power, its heavy (196kg) weight makes it the slowest of the lot.
Roll-ons
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Kawasaki Ninja 300 |
BMW G 310 R |
Benelli TNT 300 |
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30-70kmph |
4.13 seconds |
3.53 seconds |
4.63 seconds |
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40-80kmph |
5.05 seconds |
4.51 seconds |
5.51 seconds |
Here’s where the BMW G 310 R shines as an urban commuter. While all three motorcycles pack almost similar torque figures (G 310 R - 28 Nm at 7,500 rpm, Ninja 300 - 27.0 Nm at 10,000 rpm and TNT 300 - 26.5 Nm at 10,000 RPM), it is with the little BMW that you’ll find swift overtakes the easiest. Also helps that it is the lightest of the three. You can see that on both twin-cylinder motorcycles in question here, the peak torque is made really higher up the rev range. The Ninja’s quicker engine revving helps it achieve better roll-on timings.
Braking
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Kawasaki Ninja 300 |
BMW G 310 R |
Benelli TNT 300 |
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100kmph-0 |
51.32m |
50.61m |
52.86m |
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60kmph-0 |
17.83m |
18.78m |
18.51m |
Although the BMW G 310 R pack the biggest braking hardware here (front 300mm single disc, rear - 240mm single disc), the Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS is more effective in shedding speed in short distances. This despite it being almost 20kg heavier than the G 310 R. The new localised parts, such as the Endurance brakes and the MRF rubber, have helped in achieving this phenomenal stopping power. The TNT 300’s brakes, on the other hand, feel rather poor in comparison. It also doesn’t help that the bike itself weighs close to 200kg (kerb - 196kg to be precise).
Fuel Efficiency
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Kawasaki Ninja 300 |
BMW G 310 R |
Benelli TNT 300 |
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City |
32.1kmpl |
37kmpl |
33.75kmpl |
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Highway |
31.10kmpl |
31.86kmpl |
31.94kmpl |
Coming to the most important question here - kitna deti hain? Well, if your commute involves hitting the highway quite often, all three motorcycles will give you a similar range of numbers. But it is the Ninja 300 you want to be on, with its almost-vibe-free engine and a generous 17-litre fuel tank. In the city, though, the G 310 R proves to be the better companion. Yes, it does pack a small 11-litre fuel tank, but it's also the most frugal in urban conditions by a good margin.
Kawasaki Ninja 300 User Reviews
- A Budget BeastBeen 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.Read More4 4
- Performance and reliabilityI 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.Read More4 2
- Smooth engine, strong highway performance and sporI 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.Read More2 2
- Kawasaki Ninja 300 is the perfect balance of power style controlKawasaki 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 lifeRead More3 2
- Easy to Maintain RideNeeded 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 ridesRead More4 2