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Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Aprilia RS 457

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Dominar 400 or Aprilia RS 457? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Dominar 400 and RS 457. Bajaj Dominar 400 Price starts at Rs.2.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for ABS and Aprilia RS 457 Price starts at Rs.4.27 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 457 STD. Bajaj Dominar 400 is 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 39.42 bhp @ 8800 rpm power whereas Aprilia RS 457 is a 2 cylinder, 457 cc Engine can generate 47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Dominar 400 provides a mileage of 26 kmpl (base model), and RS 457 has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Dominar 400 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Aprilia RS 457 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

Dominar 400 vs RS 457

Key HighlightsBajaj Dominar 400Aprilia RS 457
PriceRs.2.33 LakhRs.4.27 Lakh
Engine Capacity373.3 cc457 cc
Power39.42 bhp @ 8800 rpm47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm
Mileage/Range26 kmpl30 kmpl
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Bajaj Dominar 400 ABS bike
Bajaj Dominar 400
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Rs. 2.33 Lakh
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Aprilia RS 457
457 STD
Rs. 4.27 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    2.61 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    4.81 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.5
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13 Litres
    13 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    373.3 cc
    457 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    -
    Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    320
    320
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    29
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    29
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17 x 3
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    32
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic4mUSFork13mtravel
    41mupside-dowforkadjustablpreload120mmtravel
    Rear Suspension
    Multi-step adjustable MoNo shock with Nitrox& Wheel stroke of 110 mm
    MoNoshock& adjustable preload& 130 mm wheel travel
    Front Tyre Size
    110/70 - R17
    110/70 - 17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    check
    Gear Indicator
    check
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years /75000 kms
    3 Years or 36000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Beam Type Perimeter Frame
    Dual Beam Aluminium Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
    check
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    373.3 cc
    457 cc
    Engine Type
    Single cylinder& 4 stroke& DOHC& 4 Valve& Liquid Cooled&Triple Spark& FI
    2 Parallel forward facing cylinders& 4 valves per cylinder& liquid cooled with Ride-By-Wire
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    2
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    155 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    89 mm x 60 mm
    69 mm x 61.1 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    -
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    39.42 bhp @ 8800 rpm
    47.6 HP (35 kW) at 9,400 rpm
    Max Torque
    35 Nm @ 6500 rpm
    43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    check
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    3
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    -
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    Radial Tyres
    check
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    Multiplate wet clutch with slipper system
    Traction Control System
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2156 mm
    -
    Width
    863 mm
    -
    Height
    1243 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1453 mm
    -
    Ground Clearance
    157 mm
    -
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13 Litres
    13 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.7 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    800 mm
    800 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    193 kg
    175 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Has a grunty engine with decent fuel efficiency
    • Has a powerful LED headlight
    • Muscular design has a high appeal
    • Build quality, fit and finish are superb
    • Design similar to the bigger RSV4
    • Looks like a bigger sports bike
    • Engine performance is thrilling and fast
    • Agile handling makes it very fun to ride
    • Multiple optional accessories like Quickshifter
    Cons
    • Is not available in many colour options
    • Limited agility due to the high kerb weight
    • Small fuel tank not good for those looking for a touring motorcycle
    • Stock brakes lack bite and confidence
    • Vibrations on the handlebar and footpegs in the engine mid-range
    • A fully loaded bike with options is costly
    • Aprilia service centres are limited
    • Long-term maintenance and parts availability are questionable
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    Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Dominar 400 and Aprilia RS 457

    Safety

    Dominar 400 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch. RS 457 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Dominar 400 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Backrest, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Aprilia RS 457, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Dominar 400 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RS 457 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Dominar 400 has a 13 Litres fuel tank with 1243 mm seat height. Aprilia RS 457 has seat height and 13 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Dominar 400 and Aprilia RS 457 Owner Reviews

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      • SR
        SUBHANKAR Ram
        03 Jun 2025
        5.0
        Nice look, features, and new updates. It’s great for touring, and the mileage is excellent. The pillion comfort is good, and the bike has a great overall look and handling. The weight is a bit on the higher side, but the balance is nice. It also comes with company-fitted accessories.
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        Niraj
        2 Month ago
        4.6
        I’ve been riding my bike for nearly 8 years. And every time I drive, I feel this rush of adrenaline. The amazing acceleration and power, stability on the road. I’m in love with my Bajaj Dominar.
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        Philip Siladhar
        5 Month ago
        5.0
        Bike was good to ride and speed proforma also good like to buy this bike go and visit to ride with wind and. Enjoy your ride with dominar 400 bike
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        Vivek chaurasiya
        6 Month ago
        4.2
        Till now my experience on this bike is superb its been 4 years I am using it but only once I had to change chain socket and oil every 1000 kms that's it.
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        Sajal
        6 Month ago
        5.0
        Wow and nice beautiful good looking dominar 400 is awesome height of top speed awesome sound nice.
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