KTM RC 390 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM RC 390 or Kawasaki Ninja 500? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between RC 390 and Ninja 500. KTM RC 390 Price starts at Rs.3.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for GP Edition and Kawasaki Ninja 500 Price starts at Rs.5.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Euro 5. KTM RC 390 is 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 42.9 bhp @ 9000 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, RC 390 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and Ninja 500 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). KTM RC 390 is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
RC 390 vs Ninja 500
| Key Highlights | KTM RC 390 | Kawasaki Ninja 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.3.16 Lakh | Rs.5.25 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 373.27 cc | 451 cc |
| Power | 42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm | 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 25 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| RC 390 specifications | Ninja 500 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 3.56 Lakh Price Breakup | 5.94 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.1 | 4.4 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.7 Litres | 14 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 373.27 cc | 451 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| RC 390 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 | 320 | 310 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 29 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 30 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | WAPEUSforks4mdiameter | TelescopiFork |
Rear Suspension | WP APEX MoNoshock& 10 step adjustable | MoNoshock Absorber |
Front Tyre Size | 110/70 - 17 | 110/70 - R17 |
Instrumentation
| RC 390 Instrumentation | Ninja 500 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| RC 390 Exterior | Ninja 500 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| RC 390 Warranty | Ninja 500 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | - |
Body & Suspension
| RC 390 Body & Suspension | Ninja 500 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
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Frame Type | Steel trellis frame& powder coated | Trellis& high-tensile steel |
Engine & Transmission
| RC 390 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 | 373.27 cc | 451 cc |
Engine Type | Single Cylinder&Liquid Cooled &DOHC&FI Engine | 451 cc& Liquid Cooled& Parallel Twin Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.096 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 170 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | 89 mm x 60 mm | 70 mm x 58.6 mm |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Configuration | 12.88:1 | 11.3:1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm | 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| RC 390 Comfort & Convenience | Ninja 500 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
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 | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| RC 390 Safety | Ninja 500 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | 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 | No |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| RC 390 Dimensions & Capacity | Ninja 500 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2145 mm | 1995 mm |
Width | 760 mm | 730 mm |
Height | 830 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase | 1355 mm | 1375 mm |
Ground Clearance | 153 mm | 145 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.7 Litres | 14 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 1.7 Litres | - |
Body Type | Sports Bike | - |
Seat Height | 835 mm | 785 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 172 kg | 171 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
| RC 390 Entertainment & Communication | Ninja 500 Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | - |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of KTM RC 390 and Kawasaki Ninja 500
Safety
RC 390 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Traction Control System. Ninja 500 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.
Comfort & Convenience
KTM RC 390 has features like Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch 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
KTM RC 390 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Ninja 500 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
KTM RC 390 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 830 mm seat height. Kawasaki Ninja 500 has 1120 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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KTM RC 390 and Kawasaki Ninja 500 FAQs
What is the on-road price of KTM RC 390?
The on-road price of KTM RC 390 is Rs. 3.56 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.