Aprilia RS 660 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650

Last Updated: August 10, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 650 price starts at Rs. 7.77 Lakh, which is Rs. 9.97 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Aprilia RS 660, priced at Rs. 17.74 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the RS 660 offers a claimed 20.4 kmpl, while the Ninja 650 delivers 21 kmpl. On the performance front, the RS 660 uses a 659cc engine producing 100 PS @ 10500 rpm and the Ninja 650 a 649cc engine producing 68 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the RS 660 and Ninja 650, the RS 660 is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the Ninja 650 stands out for affordability and mileage.

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RS 660 vs Ninja 650 Comparison Summary

Specification Aprilia RS 660Kawasaki Ninja 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 17.74 LakhRs. 7.77 Lakh
Mileage 20.4 kmpl21 kmpl
Engine 659 cc649 cc
Max power 100 PS @ 10500 rpm68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 183 Kg196 Kg

RS 660 vs Ninja 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia RS 660 STDKawasaki Ninja 650 (2025)
Rating
1 review
20 reviews
Brand Name Aprilia Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.74 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 7.77 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2 parallel forward facing cylinders, 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled with Ride-By-Wire Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Max Power 100 PS @ 10500 rpm 68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Aprilia RS 660 Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 48,572 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 21,274 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 43,690 RS 660 Insurance Rs. 30,032 Ninja 650 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
210 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2 parallel forward facing cylinders, 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled with Ride-By-Wire
Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
659 cc
649 cc
Gear Box
6 speed
6 Speed
Max Power
100 PS @ 10500 rpm
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
67 Nm @ 8500 rpm
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Bore
81 mm
83 mm
Stroke
63.93 mm
60 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electric
Battery And Coil (Transistorised Ignition)
Compression Ratio
13.5:1
10.8:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
20.4 kmpl
21 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Kayaba 41 mm upside-down fork, adjustable in rebound and preload, Travel - 120 mm
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork Travel - 125 mm
Suspension-Rear
Kayaba monoshock, adjustable in rebound and preload, Travel - 130 mm
Horizontal Back-Link Swingarm Travel - 130 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-3.5-17, Rear :-5.5-17
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
181 kg
Seat height
820 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
2.3 L
Length*Width*Height
1995*745*1150 mm3
2115*740*1145 mm3
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1410 mm
Length
1995 mm
2115 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
130 mm
Height
1150 mm
1145 mm
Width
745 mm
740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
183 Kg
196 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Dual beam aluminium frame
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Wheelie control, Engine braking, Engine maps
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms
2nd Service
Not Available
6000 Kms
3rd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms
4th Service
Not Available
18000 Kms
Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • No power loss in the BS6 guise
  • Now gets a 4.3-inch colour-TFT screen with smartphone connectivity
  • Shod with grippier Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension, radial brake callipers or electronic aids

Is Aprilia RS 660 Better Than Kawasaki Ninja 650?

56% users have chosen Aprilia RS 660 over Kawasaki Ninja 650 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 82 users have also rated Aprilia RS 660 and Kawasaki Ninja 650 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Aprilia RS 660 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Kawasaki Ninja 650 is better on the grounds of mileage.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Ninja 650 RS 660
Mileage 4.0 4.1
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 5.0 4.7
Maintenance 5.0 3.7
Features 5.0 4.6
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Aprilia RS 660 Vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 FAQs

Which bike is best between Aprilia RS 660 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
As per the users experiences Aprilia RS 660 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Kawasaki Ninja 650 is better on the grounds of mileage.
Which bike is cheaper Aprilia RS 660 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is cheaper than Aprilia RS 660 by ₹9.97 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia RS 660 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
For the STD version, 659 cc Petrol engine of RS 660 produces 100 PS @ 10500 rpm of power and 67 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2025) version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 650 produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Aprilia RS 660 has better performance.

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