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Kawasaki Ninja 400 vs KTM RC 390

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Ninja 400 or KTM RC 390? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Ninja 400 and RC 390. Kawasaki Ninja 400 Price starts at Rs.5.24 Lakh (ex-showroom) for ABS BS6 and KTM RC 390 Price starts at Rs.3.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for GP Edition. Kawasaki Ninja 400 is 2 cylinder, 399 cc Engine can generate 44.7 bhp @ 10000 rpm power whereas KTM RC 390 is a 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Ninja 400 provides a mileage of 24.18 kmpl (base model), and RC 390 has a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Ninja 400 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas KTM RC 390 is available in 4 colours & 2 variants.

Ninja 400 vs RC 390

Key HighlightsKawasaki Ninja 400KTM RC 390
PriceRs.5.24 LakhRs.3.16 Lakh
Engine Capacity399 cc373.27 cc
Power44.7 bhp @ 10000 rpm42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Mileage/Range24.18 kmpl25 kmpl
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Kawasaki Ninja 400 ABS BS6 bike
ABS BS6
Rs. 5.24 Lakh
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GP Edition
Rs. 3.16 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Ninja 400 specificationsRC 390 specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
5.93 Lakh
3.56 Lakh
User Rating
4.8
4.2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
13.7 Litres
Engine Displacement
399 cc
373.27 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Ninja 400 Brakes, Suspension & TyresRC 390 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
1
1
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Calliper Type
Dual Piston
Front - 4 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Caliper
Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Front Suspension
Telescopic fork/120 mm
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter
Rear Suspension
Swingarm / 130 mm
WP APEX Monoshock, 10 step adjustable
Front Tyre Size
110/70 - 17
110/70 - 17
Rear Tyre Size
150/60 - 17
150/60 - 17
Front Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
193 mm
230 mm
Rear Type
Disc
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
checkYes
checkYes

Instrumentation

Ninja 400 InstrumentationRC 390 Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
-
checkYes
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Body & Suspension

Ninja 400 Body & SuspensionRC 390 Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Steel trellis frame, powder coated

Engine & Transmission

Ninja 400 Engine & TransmissionRC 390 Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
399 cc
373.27 cc
Engine Type
-
Single Cylinder&Liquid Cooled &DOHC&FI Engine
No. of Cylinders
2
1
No. of valves per cylinder
-
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
-
0.096 kwh
Range
374 km/charge
397 km/charge
Top Speed
169 kmph
170 kmph
Max Torque
37 Nm @ 8000 rpm
37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Max Power
44.7 bhp @ 10000 rpm
42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Fuelling
-
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
-
Liquid Cooled
Configuration
-
Single Cylinder
Charging Socket
-
checkYes
Bore x Stroke
70 mm x 51.8 mm
89mm x 60mm

Comfort & Convenience

Ninja 400 Comfort & ConvenienceRC 390 Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
No
No
Low Battery Indicator
1
1
Average Speed Indicator
-
1
Pillion Footrest
1
1
Under Seat Storage
No
No
Distance to Empty Indicator
-
checkYes
Engine Kill Switch
-
yes
Console Type
Semi-Digital
Digital
Seat Style
-
Split Seat
Start Type
Electric Start
Electric Start

Safety

Ninja 400 SafetyRC 390 Safety
Radial Tyres
1
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
1
1
Brake Assist
-
No
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Power Modes
-
checkYes
Slipper Clutch
-
No
Traction Control System
-
checkYes

Dimensions & Capacity

Ninja 400 Dimensions & CapacityRC 390 Dimensions & Capacity
Length
1990 mm
2145 mm
Width
710 mm
760 mm
Height
1120 mm
830 mm
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1355 mm
Ground Clearance
140 mm
153 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 Litres
13.7 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.6 Litres
1.7 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports Bike
Unladden/Kerb Weight
168 kg
172 kg
Seat Height
785 mm
835 mm

Entertainment & Communication

Ninja 400 Entertainment & CommunicationRC 390 Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
-
yes

Pros & Cons

Ninja 400 Pros & ConsRC 390 Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Sporty looks
  • Great power and torque
  • Affordable
  • Added features - adjustable riding posture
  • Adjustable suspensions & handling settings
  • Availability of spare parts across the country
  • Impeccable handling around the corners
  • Looks better, new colour options
  • Most powerful & lightweight in its segment
  • Reliable and performance friendly engine to continue
  • Tech loaded & a great beginners track motorcycle
Cons
  • Service too expensive
  • Dedicated posture not suited for long rides
  • Dizzy low-end torque
  • Heats up pretty quick as compared to the rivals
  • Long term reliability is still a big question mark
  • Too hardcore as compared to the RR310
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 400 and KTM RC 390

Transmission

Kawasaki Ninja 400 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RC 390 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Kawasaki Ninja 400 has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1120 mm seat height. KTM RC 390 has 830 mm seat height and 13.7 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Kawasaki Ninja 400 and KTM RC 390 Owner Reviews

  • Ninja 400 Review
  • RC 390 Review
    • SM
      Santsevi Muni
      6 Month ago
      Review for Kawasaki Ninja 400
      5.0
      Riding the bike is a delight with features.
      Like
    • Jd
      Jyotish daimary
      1 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Ninja 400
      5.0
      I think engines is good
      Likes (1)
    • TK
      Tarun Kumar
      2 Year ago
      Review for Kawasaki Ninja 400
      3.8
      This has Excellent handling dynamics and 400cc engine churns out very good performance.Superb Bike!
      Likes (3)
    • T
      THYKO
      14 Apr 2024
      Review for KTM RC 390
      5.0
      Very good and feeling better for the moment, it is a great idea to own one for the peaceful drive on the. the country and enjoy ride.
      Like
    • UG
      Uday Gogoi
      02 Apr 2024
      Review for KTM RC 390
      4.6
      This bike is so fast And drak racing bike. Good mileage, great engine power, Nice design, KTM RC 390 is awesome bike in India
      Likes (1)
    • Na
      Nakul aingh
      02 Apr 2024
      Review for KTM RC 390
      5.0
      Superb and outstanding bike its an amazing and ming blowing design and power full pickup, I love KTM RC 390. killer looks.
      Likes (1)
    • N
      Nohan
      2 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 390
      4.6
      It is an amazing bike . OMG RC 390 throttle is unbelievable. I had captured so many memories with this bike. And I think every youngster should go for this bike.
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    • Rk
      Rehan kha
      3 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 390
      5.0
      I really loved this bike it’s totally good I really need this whoever did make this bike I tell tank fully to him this bike is my favorite dream if this bike I got I really take care of is like my self really need n I hope it’s mine
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    Kawasaki Ninja 400 and KTM RC 390 FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 400?
    The on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 400 is Rs. 5.93 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of KTM RC 390?
    The on-road price of KTM RC 390 is Rs. 3.56 Lakh in New Delhi.