Yamaha R6 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

BikeWale brings you comparison of Yamaha R6 and Kawasaki Ninja 500. The ex-showroom price of Yamaha R6 is ₹ N/A and Kawasaki Ninja 500 is ₹ 5,24,000. Yamaha R6 is available in 0 colour and Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in 1 colour and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Yamaha R6 and Kawasaki Ninja 500.

Yamaha R6 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	R6	Ninja 500
Price	--	₹ 5,24,000
Capacity	--	42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm cc
Power	--	--
Economy	--	No kmpl

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R6

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₹ N/A

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Ninja 500

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₹ 5,24,000

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	--	--
Max Torque	--	--
Riding Range (km)	--	--
Top Speed (kmph)	--	--
Riding Modes	--	--
Transmission	--	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	--	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	--	42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--
Transmission Type	--	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern	--	1 Down 5 Up
Cylinders	--	2
Bore (mm)	--	70
Stroke (mm)	--	58.6
Valves Per Cylinder	--	4
Compression Ratio	--	11.3:1
Ignition	--	CDI
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	--	1
Cooling System	--	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	--	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Fuel Delivery System	--	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	14
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	2.8
Emission Standard	--	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	--	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	--	Monoshock Absorber
Braking System	--	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	--	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	--	310
Caliper - Front	--	2
Rear Brake Type	--	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	--	220
Caliper - Rear	--	2
Wheel Type	--	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	--	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	--	17
Front Tyre Size	--	110/70 - R17
Rear Tyre Size	--	150/60 - R17
Tyre Type	--	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	--
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	--
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	--

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display	--
Instrument Console	--	Digital
Odometer	--	Digital
Speedometer	--	Digital
Hazard Warning Indicator	--
Average Speed	--	--
OTA Updates	--	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	--
Geo Fencing	--
Distance to Empty	--	--
Stand Alarm	--
No. of Tripmeters	--	2
Tripmeter Type	--	Digital
Low Battery Indicator	--	--
Clock	--
Fuel Gauge	--	Digital
Digital Fuel Gauge	--
Tachometer	--	Digital
Gear Indicator	--
Low Fuel Indicator	--
Low Oil Indicator	--	--
Service Reminder Indicator	--	--
Battery	--	--

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort
Additional Features

Colours

Metallic Spark Black

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

8 Ratings

4.8/5

24 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.5Visual Appeal	4.7Visual Appeal
	5.0Reliability	5.0Reliability
	3.5Comfort	4.7Comfort
	4.5Service Experience	4.7Service Experience
	4.5Value for Money	5.0Value for Money

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Yamaha R6

I love this sound and its power It is too far from my expectations please launch it a

Bold

The look is very good, I really would like to buy this bike soon . Overall, my experi

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Kawasaki Ninja 500 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	--	171
Seat Height (mm)	--	785
Ground Clearance (mm)	--	145
Overall Length (mm)	--	1,995
Overall Width (mm)	--	730
Overall Height (mm)	--	1,120
Wheelbase (mm)	--	1,375
Chassis Type	--	Trellis, high-tensile steel

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	--
Shift Light	--
Headlight Type	--	LED
Brake/Tail Light	--	--
Turn Signal	--	--
Pass Light	--
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	--

Riding Modes Switch	--
Cruise Control	--	Not Available
Hazard Warning Lights	--
Start Type	--	Electric Start
Kill Switch	--
Traction Control	--

Stepped Seat	--
Pillion Backrest	--
Pillion Grab Rail	--
Pillion Seat	--	Stepped Seat
Pillion Footrest	--

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Additional Features	--	LCD Instrument Console

Standard Warranty (year)	--	--
Standard Warranty (km)	--	--

Front Storage Box	--
Under Seat Storage (Litres)	--

GPS & Navigation	--
USB Charging Port	--	--

Yamaha R6 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500