Detailed comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Yamaha YZF-R3. The ex-showroom price of Kawasaki Ninja 650 is ₹ 6,88,000 and Yamaha YZF-R3 is ₹ 5,39,647. Kawasaki Ninja 650 is available in 2 colours and Yamaha YZF-R3 is available in 2 colours. Compare Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Yamaha YZF-R3 based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between Ninja 650 and YZF-R3.
| Kawasaki Ninja 650 4.8 out of 5 | Yamaha YZF-R3 3.0 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Yamaha YZF-R3 Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 649 cc | 321 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 30 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 196 kg | N/A | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.2:1 | - | - |
| Top Speed | 210 Kmph | N/A | - | - |
| Riding Range | 450 Km | N/A | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.3 litres | N/A | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 litres | 14 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet Sump | 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 | Digital | TCI | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 649 cc | 321 cc | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 2 | - | - |
| Stroke | 60 mm | 44.1 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 83 mm | 68 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS6 Phase 2 | - | - |
| Max Torque | 64 Nm @ 6,700 rpm | 29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 67.31 bhp @ 8,000 rpm | 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 30 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 196 kg | N/A | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2115 mm | 2090 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 740 mm | 730 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1145 mm | 1140 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,410 mm | 1380 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 160 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Trellis, high-tensile steel | Diamond | - | - |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 780 mm | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Rear Tyre Size | 160/60 - ZR17 | 140/70 - R17 | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload/130mm | Mono-cross Rear Suspension | - | - |
| Front Suspension | ø41 mm telescopic fork/125mm | USD Telescopic Forks | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 32 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 32 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 110/70 - 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 | Front- 2 Piston , Rear-Single Piston Calliper | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 220 mm | 220 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 300 mm | 298 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | 2 Year | N/A | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | 30000 Kilometers | N/A | - | - |
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 | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Battery | Maintenance Free | N/A | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Head Lamp | LED | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | LED | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | LED | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | TFT Colour Instrumentation, Smartphone Connectivity | N/A | - | - |
| Touch screen display | N/A | No | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | Yes | No | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | No | N/A | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | N/A | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| 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 | Yes | N/A | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Lime Green
Pearl Robotic White
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Icon Blue
Yamaha Black
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Q: Which bike is better, Kawasaki Ninja 650 or Yamaha YZF-R3?
A: According to our expert rating, Kawasaki Ninja 650 has a score of 4.8/5 whereas Yamaha YZF-R3 scored 3.0/5.
Q: Among Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Yamaha YZF-R3, which bike is cheaper?
A: Yamaha YZF-R3 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 650 . Yamaha YZF-R3 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 5,39,647 while the ex-showroom price of Kawasaki Ninja 650 is ₹ 6,88,000.
Q: Apart from Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Yamaha YZF-R3, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Yamaha YZF-R3 the other similar alternatives are Kawasaki Ninja 400, Honda CBR500R, Aprilia RS 457 and Yamaha YZF-R3.
