Detailed comparison of Yamaha YZF-R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300. The ex-showroom price of Yamaha YZF-R3 is ₹ 4,64,900 and Kawasaki Ninja 300 is ₹ 3,40,000. Yamaha YZF-R3 is available in 2 colours and Kawasaki Ninja 300 is available in 3 colours. Compare Yamaha YZF-R3 vs Kawasaki Ninja 300 based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between YZF-R3 and Ninja 300.
| Yamaha YZF-R3 3.0 out of 5 | Kawasaki Ninja 300 4.7 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Yamaha YZF-R3 vs Kawasaki Ninja 300 Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 321 cc | 296 cc | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | N/A | 179 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.6:1 | - | - |
| Top Speed | N/A | 160 Kmph | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | N/A | 4.5 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 litres | 17 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist and Slipper Clutch | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Ignition | TCI | Digital | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 321 cc | 296 cc | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 44.1 mm | 49 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 68 mm | 62 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm | 26.1 Nm @ 10,000 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm | 38.88 bhp @ 11,000 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | N/A | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | N/A | 179 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2090 mm | 2,015 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 730 mm | 715 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1140 mm | 1,110 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1380 mm | 1,405 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 140 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 780 mm | 780 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Diamond | Tube diamond, steel | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Front Tyre Size | 110/70 - R17 | 110/70 - R17 | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Mono-cross Rear Suspension | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock | - | - |
| Front Suspension | USD Telescopic Forks | 37 mm Telescopic Fork / 120 mm | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 32 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 28 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 32 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 28 psi | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 140/70 - R17 | 140/70 - R17 | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | - | - |
| Calliper Type | N/A | Front- 2 Piston, Rear - 2 Piston Caliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 220 mm | 220 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 298 mm | 290 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | N/A | 2 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | N/A | 30000 Kilometers | - | - |
Features |
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| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | N/A | Maintenance Free | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED | Bulb and Reflector Type | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Turn Signal | LED | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | N/A | Heat Management Technology | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | N/A | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | No | No | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | N/A | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Analogue | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | N/A | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Icon Blue
Black
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Lime Green
Candy Lime Green
Ebony
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Q: Which bike is better, Yamaha YZF-R3 or Kawasaki Ninja 300?
A: According to our expert rating, Yamaha YZF-R3 has a score of 3.0/5 whereas Kawasaki Ninja 300 scored 4.7/5.
Q: Among Yamaha YZF-R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300, which bike is cheaper?
A: Kawasaki Ninja 300 is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R3 . Kawasaki Ninja 300 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 3,40,000 while the ex-showroom price of Yamaha YZF-R3 is ₹ 4,64,900.
Q: Apart from Yamaha YZF-R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Yamaha YZF-R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300 the other similar alternatives are Kawasaki Ninja 300, Aprilia RS 457, TVS Apache RR 310 and BMW G310 RR.
