Detailed comparison of Yamaha YZF R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 500. The ex-showroom price of Yamaha YZF R3 is ₹ 4,64,900 and Kawasaki Ninja 500 is ₹ 5,25,000. Yamaha YZF R3 is available in 2 colours and Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in 1 colours. Compare Yamaha YZF R3 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between YZF R3 and Ninja 500.
| Yamaha YZF R3 4.7 out of 5 | Kawasaki Ninja 500 4.0 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Yamaha YZF R3 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 321 cc | 451 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 25 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 169 kg | 171 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Ignition | TCI | CDI | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | N/A | 11.3:1 | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | N/A | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Riding Range | 350 Km | N/A | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.4 litres | 2.8 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 litres | 14 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc | Assist And Slipper Clutch | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 321 cc | 451 cc | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 44 mm | 58.6 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 68 mm | 70 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS6 Phase 2 | - | - |
| Max Torque | 29.6 Nm @ 9,000 rpm | 42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 40.8 bhp @ 10,750 rpm | 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 25 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 169 kg | 171 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2,090 mm | 1995 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 720 mm | 730 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1,135 mm | 1120 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1380 mm | 1375 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 145 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 780 mm | 785 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Diamond | Trellis, high-tensile steel | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 298 mm | 310 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 220 mm | 220 mm | - | - |
| Calliper Type | 2-Piston Caliper | Front and Rear - Dual Piston Caliper | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 110/70-17M/C 54H | 110/70 - R17 | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 140/70-17M/C 66H | 150/60 - R17 | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks | Telescopic Fork | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Preload-Adjustable Rear Monoshock | Monoshock Absorber | - | - |
Features |
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| Gear Indicator | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Headlight Type | Halogen Bulb type | LED | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | N/A | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Touch screen display | N/A | No | - | - |
| Instrument Console | N/A | Digital | - | - |
| Hazard Warning Switch | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| OTA Updates | N/A | Not Available | - | - |
| Call/SMS Alerts | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Geo fencing | N/A | No | - | - |
| Battery | 12V.7.0Ah (10HR) | N/A | - | - |
| Front storage box | N/A | No | - | - |
| Under seat storage | N/A | No | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | N/A | No | - | - |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | N/A | No | - | - |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | N/A | LCD Instrument Console | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Analogue | Digital | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | No | Yes | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| 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 | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Racing Blue
Magma Black
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Metallic Spark Black
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 4.0 out of 5
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* Ex-showroom Price
Zontes 350R 3.5 out of 5
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 4.0 out of 5
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* Ex-showroom Price
Zontes 350X 3.8 out of 5
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* Ex-showroom PriceQ: Which bike is better, Yamaha YZF R3 or Kawasaki Ninja 500?
A: According to our expert rating, Yamaha YZF R3 has a score of 4.7/5 whereas Kawasaki Ninja 500 scored 4.0/5.
Q: Among Yamaha YZF R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 500, which bike is cheaper?
A: Yamaha YZF R3 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 500 . Yamaha YZF R3 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 4,64,900 while the ex-showroom price of Kawasaki Ninja 500 is ₹ 5,25,000.
Q: Apart from Yamaha YZF R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 500, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Yamaha YZF R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 500 the other similar alternatives are Hyosung GT250R, Zontes 350R, Zontes 350R and Zontes 350X.
