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KTM RC 390 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM RC 390 or Kawasaki Ninja 500? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between RC 390 and Ninja 500. KTM RC 390 Price starts at Rs.3.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for GP Edition and Kawasaki Ninja 500 Price starts at Rs.5.25 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 500 is a 2 cylinder, 451 cc Engine can generate 45.31 Ps @ 9000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, RC 390 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and Ninja 500 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). KTM RC 390 is available in 4 colours & 2 variants whereas Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in N/A colours & 1 variants.

RC 390 vs Ninja 500

Key HighlightsKTM RC 390Kawasaki Ninja 500
PriceRs.3.16 LakhRs.5.25 Lakh
Engine Capacity373.27 cc451 cc
Power42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm45.31 Ps @ 9000 rpm
Mileage/Range25 kmplN/A km/charge
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KTM RC 390 GP Edition bike
KTM RC 390
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Rs. 3.16 Lakh
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Kawasaki Ninja 500
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Rs. 5.25 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    3.56 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    5.94 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.5
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.7 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    373.27 cc
    451 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    1
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    -
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    1
    -
    Calliper Type
    Front - 4 Piston& Rear - Single Piston Caliper
    -
    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    -
    Front Suspension
    WP APEX USD forks& 43 mm diameter
    Telescopic Fork
    Rear Suspension
    WP APEX Monoshock& 10 step adjustable
    Monoshock Absorber
    Front Tyre Size
    110/70 - 17
    110/70 - R17
    Rear Tyre Size
    150/60 - 17
    150/60 - R17
    Front Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    230 mm
    -
    Rear Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Tubeless Tyres
    check
    check

    Instrumentation

    Fuel level guage
    check
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Infotainment & Communication

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years/30000km
    -

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    -
    Images
    -
    Frame Type
    Steel trellis frame& powder coated
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Engine Capacity
    373.27 cc
    451 cc
    Engine Type
    Single Cylinder&Liquid Cooled &DOHC&FI Engine
    451 cc, Liquid Cooled, Parallel Twin Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    2
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.096 kwh
    -
    Range
    397 km/charge
    -
    Top Speed
    170 kmph
    -
    Max Torque
    37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
    42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
    Max Power
    42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm
    45.31 Ps @ 9000 rpm
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid cooled
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    -
    Charging Socket
    check
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    89mm x 60mm
    70 x 58.6 mm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Riding Modes
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    1
    -
    Average Speed Indicator
    1
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    1
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    yes
    -
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Seat Style
    Split Seat
    -
    Start Type
    Electric Start
    Electric Start

    Safety

    Radial Tyres
    1
    -
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    1
    -
    Brake Assist
    -
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Power Modes
    check
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System
    check
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2145 mm
    1995 mm
    Width
    760 mm
    730 mm
    Height
    830 mm
    1120 mm
    Wheelbase
    1355 mm
    1375 mm
    Ground Clearance
    153 mm
    145 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.7 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.7 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    -
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    172 kg
    171 kg
    Seat Height
    835 mm
    785 mm

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    yes
    -

    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
    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
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    Detailed Comparison of KTM RC 390 and Kawasaki Ninja 500

    Comfort & Convenience

    KTM RC 390 has features like Distance to Empty Indicator and Kawasaki Ninja 500, on the other hand, has Distance to Empty Indicator.

    Transmission

    KTM RC 390 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Ninja 500 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    KTM RC 390 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 830 mm seat height. Kawasaki Ninja 500 has 1120 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    KTM RC 390 and Kawasaki Ninja 500 Owner Reviews

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        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.
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        Uday Gogoi
        1 Month ago
        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
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        Nakul aingh
        1 Month ago
        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.
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        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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        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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