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Yamaha R15 M vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15 M or Kawasaki Ninja 500? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15 M and Ninja 500. Yamaha R15 M Price starts at Rs.2.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MotoGP Edition and Kawasaki Ninja 500 Price starts at Rs.5.29 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Euro 5. Yamaha R15 M is 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.1 bhp @ 10000 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, R15 M provides a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model), and Ninja 500 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Yamaha R15 M is available in 1 colours & 5 variants whereas Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.

R15 M vs Ninja 500

Key HighlightsYamaha R15 MKawasaki Ninja 500
PriceRs.2.00 LakhRs.5.29 Lakh
Engine Capacity155 cc451 cc
Power18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Mileage/Range40 kmplN/A km/charge
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Yamaha R15 M MotoGP Edition bike
MotoGP Edition
Rs. 2.00 Lakh
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 Euro 5 bike
Euro 5
Rs. 5.29 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
2.25 Lakh
Price Breakup
5.99 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.3
4.7
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 Litres
14 Litres
Engine Displacement
155 cc
451 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front 2 Piston Rear 2 Piston
Front Disc Size
282
310
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
29
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29
-
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
33
-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33
-
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
UpsidDowFronForks
TelescopiFork
Rear Suspension
Linked-Type MoNocross Suspension
MoNoshock Absorber
Front Tyre Size
100/80 - 17
110/70 - R17

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years or 30000 km
-

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Deltabox
Trellis& high-tensile steel

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
155 cc
451 cc
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& SOHC& 4-valve
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
0.048 kwh
-
Battery Type
Maintenance Free (ETZ-5)
-
Top Speed
140 kmph
-
Bore x Stroke
58 mm x 58.7 mm
70 mm x 58.6 mm
Configuration
Single Cylinder
Twin Cylinder
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm
44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
-
Call/SMS Alerts
check
check
Front Storage Box
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
-
Low Oil Indicator
check
-
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
Service Reminder Indicator
-
Under Seat Storage
GPS & Navigation
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
check
check
Radial Tyres
check
check
Side Stand Alarm
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
-
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
check
check
Power Modes
3
Slipper Clutch
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Traction Control System
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
1990 mm
1995 mm
Width
725 mm
730 mm
Height
1135 mm
1120 mm
Wheelbase
1325 mm
1375 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
145 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 Litres
14 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1 Litres
-
Body Type
Sports Bike
-
Seat Height
815 mm
785 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
141 kg
171 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 155cc engine offers fast & thrilling performance with reliability
  • Amazing road presence due to design
  • Fit & finish is very good for its price
  • Very good beginner bike for track riding experience
  • Comes loaded with the latest features like Quickshifter, etc.
Cons
  • Pricey when compared to the R15 V4
  • Not a very comfortable bike for long rides
  • Engine buzzes a little in the mid-range performance
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R15 M and Kawasaki Ninja 500

Safety

R15 M comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. 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

Yamaha R15 M has features like Pillion Footrest, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch 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

Yamaha R15 M comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Ninja 500 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Yamaha R15 M has a 11 Litres fuel tank with 1135 mm seat height. Kawasaki Ninja 500 has 1120 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Yamaha R15 M and Kawasaki Ninja 500 Owner Reviews

  • R15 M Review
  • Ninja 500 Review
    • A
      Asha
      12 Aug 2025
      5.0
      Very nice vehicle comfortable, smooth to drive, and with a stylish design. I loved it and would definitely recommend going for it.
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    • AK
      Ajay Kumar
      01 Aug 2025
      3.8
      Good bike with great condition. The top speed is impressive. There are some notifications or alerts in the bike that help me take care of it. I make sure to service it properly, and it performs well every time I use it.
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    • SC
      Suresh Chandra
      28 Days ago
      5.0
      Very good, stylish, and great-looking bike. I love this bike! The speed is awesome, and the projector light is very bright and effective. Its appearance is eye-catching, and the mileage is above 50 km/l.
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    • S
      Sukku
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      The Yamaha R15 M is the best bike in my eyes. Its stunning looks and road presence are absolutely unmatched. Whenever this bike hits the road, it turns heads with its aggressive styling. In terms of price and mileage, it offers great value too. This is not just a bike—it’s my dream bike, and I truly admire everything about it!
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      Prince
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Good mileage compared to other sports bikes, which is why I want to purchase this bike soon. Its looks are awesome, and the lights are also good.
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