Yamaha R3 vs Kawasaki Ninja 300
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R3 or Kawasaki Ninja 300? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R3 and Ninja 300. Yamaha R3 Price starts at Rs.3.60 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Kawasaki Ninja 300 Price starts at Rs.3.43 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R3 is 2 cylinder, 321 cc Engine can generate 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm power whereas Kawasaki Ninja 300 is a 2 cylinder, 296 cc Engine can generate 38.88 bhp @ 11000 rpm power. In terms of range, R3 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and Ninja 300 has a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R3 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Kawasaki Ninja 300 is available in 3 colours & 7 variants.
R3 vs Ninja 300
| Key Highlights | Yamaha R3 | Kawasaki Ninja 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.3.60 Lakh | Rs.3.43 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 321 cc | 296 cc |
| Power | 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm | 38.88 bhp @ 11000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 25 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R3 specifications | Ninja 300 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 4.06 Lakh Price Breakup | 3.87 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 17 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 321 cc | 296 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Ninja 300 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Fixed |
Front Disc Size | 298 | 290 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 28 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 28 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | R17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 32 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 32 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | R17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork) | Telescopic Fork |
Rear Suspension | Swingarm | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock |
Front Tyre Size | 110/70 R17M/C 54H | 110/70-R17 |
Instrumentation
| R3 Instrumentation | Ninja 300 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | No |
Tachometer | Digital | Analogue |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R3 Exterior | Ninja 300 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | No |
Warranty
| R3 Warranty | Ninja 300 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years/30000 kms |
Body & Suspension
| R3 Body & Suspension | Ninja 300 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
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Frame Type | Diamond | Tube diamond and steel |
Engine & Transmission
| R3 Engine & Transmission | Ninja 300 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | Electric | Digital |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 321 cc | 296 cc |
Engine Type | 4-stroke& 2-cylinder& Liquid-cooled& DOHC& 4-valves | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke Parallel twin |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 2 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.084 kwh | 0.096 kwh |
Battery Type | - | MF |
Top Speed | - | 160 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 68 mm x 44.1 mm | 62 mm x 49 mm |
Configuration | Single Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
| R3 Comfort & Convenience | Ninja 300 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | - | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | No |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | - | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | - | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | No |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R3 Safety | Ninja 300 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | No |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | No | No |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | Halogen |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Brake Assist | - | Yes |
Power Modes | - | No |
Slipper Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc | Yes |
Traction Control System | - | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R3 Dimensions & Capacity | Ninja 300 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2090 mm | 2015 mm |
Width | 730 mm | 715 mm |
Height | 1140 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase | 1380 mm | 1405 mm |
Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 17 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 2.2 Litres |
Body Type | - | Sports |
Seat Height | 780 mm | 780 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 169 kg | 179 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Yamaha R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300
Safety
R3 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Ninja 300 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Brake Assist, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Comfort & Convenience
Yamaha R3 has features like Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand 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
Yamaha R3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Ninja 300 comes with 6 Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Yamaha R3 has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1140 mm seat height. Kawasaki Ninja 300 has 1110 mm seat height and 17 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Yamaha R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Yamaha R3?
The on-road price of Yamaha R3 is Rs. 4.06 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 300?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 300 is Rs. 3.87 Lakh in New Delhi.