Honda NX500 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda NX500 or Kawasaki Ninja 500? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between NX500 and Ninja 500. Honda NX500 Price starts at Rs.5.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Kawasaki Ninja 500 Price starts at Rs.5.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Euro 5. Honda NX500 is 2 cylinder, 471 cc Engine can generate 46.9 bhp @ 8600 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, NX500 provides a mileage of 27.78 kmpl (base model), and Ninja 500 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Honda NX500 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants whereas Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
NX500 vs Ninja 500
| Key Highlights | Honda NX500 | Kawasaki Ninja 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.5.90 Lakh | Rs.5.25 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 471 cc | 451 cc |
| Power | 46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm | 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 27.78 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| NX500 specifications | Ninja 500 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 6.68 Lakh Price Breakup | 5.94 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.5 Litres | 14 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 471 cc | 451 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| NX500 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Ninja 500 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 2 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 296 | 310 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Wheel Size | 19 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Show41mSFF-Bupside-dow(USDfronforks | TelescopiFork |
Rear Suspension | Pro-Link moNo-suspension | MoNoshock Absorber |
Front Tyre Size | 110/80 - R19 | 110/70 - R17 |
Rear Tyre Size | 160/60 - R17 | 150/60 - R17 |
Front Type | Disc | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 240 mm | 220 mm |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc |
Instrumentation
| NX500 Instrumentation | Ninja 500 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | - | No |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| NX500 Exterior | Ninja 500 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Body & Suspension
| NX500 Body & Suspension | Ninja 500 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Steel Diamond | Trellis& high-tensile steel |
Engine & Transmission
| NX500 Engine & Transmission | Ninja 500 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 471 cc | 451 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled DOHC in-line 2-cylinder | 451 cc& Liquid Cooled& Parallel Twin Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 127.4 kwh | - |
Bore x Stroke | 67 mm x 66.8 mm | 70 mm x 58.6 mm |
Configuration | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm | 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm |
Max Torque | 43 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
Mileage (Claimed) | 27.78 kmpl | - |
Comfort & Convenience
| NX500 Comfort & Convenience | Ninja 500 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | - | No |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Instrument Console | Digital | Digital |
Luggage Space | No | No |
Seat Style | Single Seat | - |
Side Stand Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| NX500 Safety | Ninja 500 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | - | No |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| NX500 Dimensions & Capacity | Ninja 500 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2165 mm | 1995 mm |
Width | 830 mm | 730 mm |
Height | 1415 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase | 1445 mm | 1375 mm |
Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 145 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.5 Litres | 14 Litres |
Body Type | Adventure | - |
Seat Height | 830 mm | 785 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 196 kg | 171 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
| NX500 Entertainment & Communication | Ninja 500 Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | - |
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Detailed Comparison of Honda NX500 and Kawasaki Ninja 500
Safety
NX500 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System. Ninja 500 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.
Comfort & Convenience
Honda NX500 has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator 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
Honda NX500 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Ninja 500 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Honda NX500 has a 17.5 Litres fuel tank with 1415 mm seat height. Kawasaki Ninja 500 has 1120 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Honda NX500 and Kawasaki Ninja 500 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Honda NX500?
The on-road price of Honda NX500 is Rs. 6.68 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Ninja 500 is Rs. 5.94 Lakh in New Delhi.