Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026 vs KTM RC 390

Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026 vs KTM RC 390 compared on price, mileage, power and specifications — base variant of each, with the on-road price in Morbi.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026
Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026

Ninja 500 [2026] Standard · Sport

₹5.76 Lakh ex-showroom

₹6.33 Lakh on-road, Morbi

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KTM RC 390
KTM RC 390

GP Edition · Sport

₹3.34 Lakh ex-showroom

₹3.72 Lakh on-road, Morbi

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Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026 vs KTM RC 390: at a glance

The KTM RC 390 is ₹2.42 Lakh cheaper than the Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026 (₹3.34 Lakh vs ₹5.76 Lakh ex-showroom). The Ninja 500 2026 takes most powerful, bigger engine, lightest and lowest seat. The RC 390 takes best mileage.

CheapestRC 390 — RC 390 (₹3.34 Lakh) vs Ninja 500 2026 (₹5.76 Lakh)
Best mileageRC 390 — RC 390 (29 kmpl) vs Ninja 500 2026 (21 kmpl)
Most powerfulNinja 500 2026 — Ninja 500 2026 (44.7 bhp) vs RC 390 (42.9 bhp)
Bigger engineNinja 500 2026 — Ninja 500 2026 (451 cc) vs RC 390 (373 cc)
LightestNinja 500 2026 — Ninja 500 2026 (171 kg) vs RC 390 (172 kg)
Lowest seatNinja 500 2026 — Ninja 500 2026 (785 mm) vs RC 390 (835 mm)

Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026 vs KTM RC 390 specifications

Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026

KTM RC 390

KTM RC 390

Price & Overview
Ex-Showroom Price₹5.76 Lakh₹3.34 Lakh
Body TypeSportSport
Categorybikebike
Engine & Performance
Engine451 cc373 cc
Power44.7 bhp42.9 bhp
Torque42.6 Nm37 Nm
TransmissionManualManual
Top Speed190 kmph160 kmph
Fuel & Efficiency
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Mileage21 kmpl29 kmpl
Fuel Tank14 litres13.7 litres
Dimensions
Kerb Weight171 kg172 kg
Seat Height785 mm835 mm
Ground Clearance--

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Kawasaki Ninja 500 2026 vs KTM RC 390 — Frequently Asked Questions

The KTM RC 390 is cheaper: RC 390 (₹3.34 Lakh) vs Ninja 500 2026 (₹5.76 Lakh) (ex-showroom, base variant). The on-road price adds RTO and insurance and varies by city.

Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative and may vary. Ex-showroom, road tax, registration, insurance and other charges are subject to change without notice. Please confirm the final on-road price with your nearest authorised dealer before purchase.