Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R vs Ducati Desmo450 MX

Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R

₹20.79 Lakh*

Ducati Desmo450 MX

₹17.24 Lakh*

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Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
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Basic Warranty
2 Years/30000 kms
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Detailed Comparison of Ninja ZX 10 R and Desmo450 MX

Ninja ZX 10 R comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch, Traction Control System, Power Modes. Desmo450 MX has Traction Control System. Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Desmo450 MX comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission. Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1180 mm seat height. Ducati Desmo450 MX has seat height and 7.2 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R Competitors

Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height
Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R ₹20.79 Lakh*	998 cc	200.21 bhp @ 13200 rpm	114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm	Upto 12 kmpl	207 kg	835 mm
Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 ₹19.38 - ₹22.03 Lakh*	1203 cc	124.7 bhp	120 Nm @ 6000 rpm	18.9 kmpl	233 kg	-
Ducati Panigale V2 ₹19.12 - ₹21.10 Lakh*	890 cc	120 bhp @ 10750 rpm	93.3 Nm @ 8250 rpm	23.5 kmpl	-	837 mm
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 ₹21.76 Lakh*	1160 cc	177.5 bhp @ 10750 rpm	125 Nm @ 9000 rpm	17.9 kmpl	198 kg	830 mm
KTM 1390 Super Duke R ₹22.96 Lakh*	1350 cc	187.43 bhp @10000 rpm	145 Nm @8000 rpm	-	200 kg	834 mm
Triumph Tiger 1200 ₹19.39 - ₹22.69 Lakh*	1160 cc	148 bhp @ 9000 rpm	130 Nm @ 7000 rpm	19.6 kmpl	261 kg	875 mm
Suzuki Hayabusa ₹18.06 Lakh*	1340 cc	190 bhp @ 9700 rpm	142 Nm @ 7000 rpm	11 kmpl	266 kg	800 mm
Ducati Streetfighter V2 ₹17.50 - ₹19.49 Lakh*	890 cc	118.01 bhp @ 10750 rpm	93.3 Nm @ 8250 RPM	16.7 kmpl	176.6 kg	838 mm
Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 114 BS6 ₹21.49 Lakh*	1868 cc	92.5 bhp @ 5020 rpm	R155 Nm @ 3500 rpm	20.27 kmpl	306 kg	7R10 mm

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Data Not Available
Calliper Type	Fixed	Data Not Available
Front Disc Size	330	260
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster		Data Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36	Data Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36	Data Not Available
Front Wheel Size	R17	R21
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster		Data Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	42	Data Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	42	Data Not Available
Rear Wheel Size	R17	R19
Wheel Type	Alloy	Spoke
Front Suspension	43minvertefor(BFFwitexternacompressiochamber	Showa Up Side Down Front Fork, Fully Adjustable, Outer Tube with Kashima Coating
Rear Suspension	Horizontal Back-link& BFRC lite gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir	Showa Mono Shock, Fully Adjustable
Front Tyre Size	120/70 R17	80/100 R21
Rear Tyre Size	190/55 R17	110/90 R19
Tubeless Tyres
Front Brake	Disc	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	220 mm	240 mm
Rear Brake	Disc	Disc

Average Speed Indicator		Data Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts		Data Not Available
Low Battery Indicator		Data Not Available
Low Oil Indicator		Data Not Available
Pillion Footrest		Data Not Available
Riding Modes	4	Data Not Available
Service Reminder Indicator		Data Not Available
GPS & Navigation		Data Not Available
Start Type	Self Start	Self Start
Console Type	Digital	Data Not Available
Engine Kill Switch		Data Not Available
Instrument Console	Digital	Data Not Available
Seat Style	Split	Single Seat
Side Stand Indicator		Data Not Available

Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	Data Not Available
Ignition	CDI	Data Not Available
Spark Plugs		Data Not Available
Engine Capacity	998 cc	449.6 cc
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four	Desmo 450, Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 Valves DOHC Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled
No. of Cylinders	4	1
No. of valves per cylinder	2	4
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Top Speed	299 kmph	Data Not Available
Bore x Stroke	76 mm x 55 mm	96 mm X 62.1 mm
Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Max Power	200.21 bhp @ 13200 rpm	63.5 bhp @ 9400 rpm
Max Torque	114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm	53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Mileage (Claimed)	12 kmpl	Data Not Available
Number of Gears	6 Speed	5 Speed

Riding Modes Switch		Data Not Available
Fuel level guage	Digital	Data Not Available
Gear Indicator		Data Not Available
Tachometer	Digital	Data Not Available
Speedometer	Digital	Data Not Available
Odometer	Digital	Data Not Available

Length	2085 mm	Data Not Available
Width	750 mm	Data Not Available
Height	1180 mm	Data Not Available
Wheelbase	1450 mm	1494 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm	Data Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity	17 Litres	7.2 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity	3.3 Litres	Data Not Available
Body Type	Sports	Dirt
Unladden/Kerb Weight	207 kg	104.8 kg
Seat Height	835 mm	970 mm

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)		Data Not Available
Hazard Warning Indicator		Data Not Available
Hazard Warning Switch		Data Not Available
Radial Tyres		Data Not Available
Pass Light		Data Not Available
Pillion Grabrail		Data Not Available
Turn Signal	LED	Data Not Available
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Slipper Clutch		Data Not Available
Traction Control System
Power Modes		Data Not Available

Daytime Running Lights		Data Not Available
LED headlight		Data Not Available

Pros		Segment-first Desmo tech in MX space Race-ready performance and sharp handling Premium build and engineering Strong exclusivity factor
Cons		Hardcore nature limits versatility High cost of entry and maintenance Not suitable for everyday or casual riding Limited comfort and usability beyond racing

Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10 R vs Ducati Desmo450 MX