Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Z900 or Kawasaki Ninja 500? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Z900 and Ninja 500. Kawasaki Z900 Price starts at Rs.9.38 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD 2024 and Kawasaki Ninja 500 Price starts at Rs.5.29 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Euro 5. Kawasaki Z900 is 4 cylinder, 948 cc Engine can generate 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm power whereas Kawasaki Ninja 500 is a 2 cylinder, 451 cc Engine can generate 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Z900 provides a mileage of 15.26 kmpl (base model), and Ninja 500 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Kawasaki Z900 is available in 2 colours & 3 variants whereas Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
Z900 vs Ninja 500
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Z900 | Kawasaki Ninja 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.9.38 Lakh | Rs.5.29 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 451 cc |
| Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 15.26 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| Z900 specifications | Ninja 500 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 10.58 Lakh Price Breakup | 5.99 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.3 | 4.7 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 14 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 948 cc | 451 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Z900 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Ninja 500 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Fixed | Front 2 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 300 | 310 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 120/70 ZR17 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 180/55 ZR17 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Inverted fork with rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability | TelescopiFork |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability/140 mm | MoNoshock Absorber |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) | 110/70 - R17 |
Instrumentation
| Z900 Instrumentation | Ninja 500 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| Z900 Exterior | Ninja 500 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Z900 Warranty | Ninja 500 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years/30000 kms | - |
Body & Suspension
| Z900 Body & Suspension | Ninja 500 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Trellis& high tensile steel | Trellis& high-tensile steel |
Engine & Transmission
| Z900 Engine & Transmission | Ninja 500 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | Yes | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 948 cc | 451 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke In-Line Four | 451 cc& Liquid Cooled& Parallel Twin Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Top Speed | 195 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | 73.4 mm x 56 mm | 70 mm x 58.6 mm |
Configuration | Four Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 123.64 bhp @ 9500 rpm | 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm |
Max Torque | 97.4 Nm @ 7700 rpm | 42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Z900 Comfort & Convenience | Ninja 500 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | - | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Z900 Safety | Ninja 500 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | No |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | Yes | No |
Slipper Clutch | Yes | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Z900 Dimensions & Capacity | Ninja 500 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2070 mm | 1995 mm |
Width | 825 mm | 730 mm |
Height | 1080 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase | 1455 mm | 1375 mm |
Ground Clearance | 145 mm | 145 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 Litres | - |
Body Type | Sports | - |
Seat Height | 820 mm | 785 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 212 kg | 171 kg |
Pros & Cons
| Z900 Pros & Cons | Ninja 500 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Z900 and Kawasaki Ninja 500
Safety
Z900 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch, Traction Control System, Power Modes. Ninja 500 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki Z900 has features like Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator and Kawasaki Ninja 500, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.
Transmission
Kawasaki Z900 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Ninja 500 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Z900 has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1080 mm seat height. Kawasaki Ninja 500 has 1120 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Kawasaki Z900 and Kawasaki Ninja 500 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Z900?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Z900 is Rs. 10.58 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 500 is Rs. 5.99 Lakh in New Delhi.