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KTM RC 390 vs Kawasaki Ninja 300

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM RC 390 or Kawasaki Ninja 300? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between RC 390 and Ninja 300. KTM RC 390 Price starts at Rs.3.21 Lakh (ex-showroom) for GP Edition and Kawasaki Ninja 300 Price starts at Rs.3.43 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. KTM RC 390 is 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas Kawasaki Ninja 300 is a 2 cylinder, 296 cc Engine can generate 38.88 bhp @ 11000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, RC 390 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and Ninja 300 has a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model). KTM RC 390 is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Kawasaki Ninja 300 is available in 3 colours & 7 variants.

RC 390 vs Ninja 300

Key HighlightsKTM RC 390Kawasaki Ninja 300
PriceRs.3.21 LakhRs.3.43 Lakh
Engine Capacity373.27 cc296 cc
Power42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm38.88 bhp @ 11000 rpm
Mileage/Range25 kmpl25 kmpl
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KTM RC 390 GP Edition bike
GP Edition
Rs. 3.21 Lakh
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Kawasaki Ninja 300 STD bike
STD
Rs. 3.43 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
3.62 Lakh
Price Breakup
3.87 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.3
4.0
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Litres
17 Litres
Engine Displacement
373.27 cc
296 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Fixed
Front Disc Size
320
290
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
29
28
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29
28
Front Wheel Size
17
R17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
30
32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29
32
Rear Wheel Size
17
R17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
WAPEUSforks4mdiameter
Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension
WP APEX MoNoshock& 10 step adjustable
Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock
Front Tyre Size
110/70 - 17
110/70-R17

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years or 30000 km
2 Years/30000 kms

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Steel trellis frame& powder coated
Tube diamond and steel

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
-
Digital
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
373.27 cc
296 cc
Engine Type
Single Cylinder&Liquid Cooled &DOHC&FI Engine
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke Parallel twin
No. of Cylinders
1
2
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.096 kwh
0.096 kwh
Battery Type
-
MF
Top Speed
170 kmph
160 kmph
Bore x Stroke
89 mm x 60 mm
62 mm x 49 mm
Charging Socket
check
-
Configuration
Single Cylinder
Twin Cylinder
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled

Comfort & Convenience

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

Safety

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

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2145 mm
2015 mm
Width
760 mm
715 mm
Height
830 mm
1110 mm
Wheelbase
1355 mm
1405 mm
Ground Clearance
153 mm
140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Litres
17 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.7 Litres
2.2 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports
Seat Height
835 mm
780 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
172 kg
179 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
check
-

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 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
  • Most affordable Kawasaki in the market.
  • Peppy motor
Cons
  • 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
  • Costly to maintain.
  • Limited service centres in the country.
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Detailed Comparison of KTM RC 390 and Kawasaki Ninja 300

Safety

RC 390 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Ninja 300 has Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch, Brake Assist.

Comfort & Convenience

KTM RC 390 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator and Kawasaki Ninja 300, on the other hand, has Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

Transmission

KTM RC 390 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Ninja 300 comes with 6 Manual transmission.

Dimensions

KTM RC 390 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 830 mm seat height. Kawasaki Ninja 300 has 1110 mm seat height and 17 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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KTM RC 390 and Kawasaki Ninja 300 Owner Reviews

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    • A
      Anonymous
      15 Aug 2025
      5.0
      Perfect choice for riders a perfect day to climb the hills, rejoin the party, and never look back. The wavy hill destinations, along with good food, can completely change your mood. And of course, a high-spirited evening with partners makes it unforgettable.
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    • Tl
      Tabarak lhan
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      Super bike, comfortable, powerful engine, with ABS brakes.
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    • A
      Anonymous
      4 Month ago
      4.6
      It is an amazing bike for youth. Nice segment bike for the generation. No more words for bike worth and go for it .I loved it. Superb bike. Awesome. Nice.
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    • K
      Kiran
      7 Month ago
      3.8
      Actually it is my dream bike, and I love this bike.
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    • G
      Ganesh
      9 Month ago
      5.0
      Nice pretty and looking good and smart ways of beasts.
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