Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R vs Ducati DesertX
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R or Ducati DesertX? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Ninja ZX 10 R and DesertX. Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R Price starts at Rs.16.79 Lakh (ex-showroom) for ABS and Ducati DesertX Price starts at Rs.18.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R is 4 cylinder, 998 cc Engine can generate 200.21 bhp @ 13200 rpm power whereas Ducati DesertX is a N/A cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Ninja ZX 10 R provides a mileage of 12 kmpl (base model), and DesertX has a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Ducati DesertX is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.
Ninja ZX 10 R vs DesertX
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R | Ducati DesertX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.16.79 Lakh | Rs.18.33 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 998 cc | 937 cc |
| Power | 200.21 bhp @ 13200 rpm | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 12 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Ninja ZX 10 R specifications | DesertX specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 19.21 Lakh Price Breakup | 20.97 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.5 | - |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 21 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 998 cc | 937 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Ninja ZX 10 R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | DesertX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | Yes |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 21 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | Yes |
Calliper Type | Front- 4 Piston& Rear- Single Piston Calliper | Front - 4 Piston& Rear - 2 Piston Caliper |
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Front Suspension | ø43mm inverted fork (BFF) with external compression chamber | KYB 46mm USD fork& fully adjustable |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link& BFRC lite gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir | KYB monoshock& fully adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 90/90 - 21 M/C |
Rear Tyre Size | 190/55 - ZR17 | 150/70 - R18 M/C |
Front Type | Disc | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 220 mm | 265 mm |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
| Ninja ZX 10 R Instrumentation | DesertX Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | 1 | Yes |
Fuel level guage | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Infotainment & Communication
| Ninja ZX 10 R Infotainment & Communication | DesertX Infotainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years/30000km | 2 Years/Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| Ninja ZX 10 R Body & Suspension | DesertX Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Twin Spar& Cast Aluminium | Tubular steel trellis frame |
Engine & Transmission
| Ninja ZX 10 R Engine & Transmission | DesertX Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Engine Capacity | 998 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four | 11 twin-cylinder unit with desmodromic distribution |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.216 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 299 kmph | 209 kmph |
Max Torque | 114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm | 92 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Max Power | 200.21 bhp @ 13200 rpm | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Fuelling | - | Fuel Injection |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Bore x Stroke | 76 mm x 55 mm | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Mileage (Claimed) | 12 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
Number of Gears | 6 Speed | 6 Speed |
Comfort & Convenience
| Ninja ZX 10 R Comfort & Convenience | DesertX Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes | Sport& Road& Rain and Rider | Sport& Touring& Urban& Wet& Enduro& and Rally |
Low Battery Indicator | 1 | Yes |
Average Speed Indicator | 1 | Yes |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start |
Safety
| Ninja ZX 10 R Safety | DesertX Safety | |
|---|---|---|
Radial Tyres | 1 | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | 1 | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | Yes |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | - | Yes |
Slipper Clutch | Wet& Multiple Disc | - |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Ninja ZX 10 R Dimensions & Capacity | DesertX Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2085 mm | 2390 mm |
Width | 750 mm | 960 mm |
Height | 1185 mm | 1178 mm |
Wheelbase | 1450 mm | 1608 mm |
Ground Clearance | 135 mm | 250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 21 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.3 Litres | 3.1 Litres |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Adventure |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 207 kg | 223 kg |
Seat Height | 835 mm | 875 mm |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R and Ducati DesertX
Safety
Ninja ZX 10 R comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Traction Control System. DesertX has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Traction Control System, Power Modes.
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R has features like Distance to Empty Indicator and Ducati DesertX, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.
Transmission
Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and DesertX comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1185 mm seat height. Ducati DesertX has 1178 mm seat height and 21 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R and Ducati DesertX FAQs
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R is Rs. 19.21 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Ducati DesertX?
The on-road price of Ducati DesertX is Rs. 20.97 Lakh in New Delhi.