Aprilia SR 160 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Last Updated: October 4, 2026

Aprilia SR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.21 Lakh, which is Rs. 19.58 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, priced at Rs. 20.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the SR 160 offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the Ninja ZX-10R delivers 12 kmpl. On the performance front, the SR 160 uses a 160.03cc engine producing 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm and the Ninja ZX-10R a 998cc engine producing 203 PS @ 13200 rpm. If you're deciding between the SR 160 and Ninja ZX-10R, the SR 160 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Ninja ZX-10R stands out for performance.

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SR 160 vs Ninja ZX-10R Comparison Summary

Specification Aprilia SR 160Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.21 LakhRs. 20.79 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl12 kmpl
Engine 160.03 cc998 cc
Max power 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Kerb weight 118 Kg207 Kg

SR 160 vs Ninja ZX-10R Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia SR 160 STDKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R STD
Rating
77 reviews
236 reviews
Brand Name Aprilia Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.21 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 20.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Max Power 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm 203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Aprilia SR 160 Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-355.6 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,477 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 56,922 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,720 SR 160 Insurance Rs. 50,465 Ninja ZX-10R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
3
4
Claimed Top Speed
90 kmph
299 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
160.03 cc
998 cc
Gear Box
CVT
6 Speed
Max Power
11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm
203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Max Torque
13.44 Nm @ 5300 rpm
114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm
Bore
58 mm
76 mm
Stroke
60.6 mm
55 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
4
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electronic EMS
Digital
Compression Ratio
8.8:1
13.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
12 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
10-15 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Front fork with 30 mm inner tube
Ø43 mm, Inverted Balance Free fork with external compression chamber, compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustability, and top-out springs, Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Mono shock absorber
Horizontal Back-link, BFRC lite gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustability, and top-out spring, Travel - 115 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
2.0 kg/cm2 / 29 psi
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
2.2 kg/cm2 / 32 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-14, Rear :- 120/70-14
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-355.6 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
780 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.2 L
2.6 L
Engine Oil Capacity
800 ml
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1985*806*1261 mm3
2085*750*1185 mm3
Wheelbase
1365 mm
1450 mm
Length
1985 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
169 mm
135 mm
Height
1261 mm
1185 mm
Width
806 mm
750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
118 Kg
207 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
220 mm
330 mm
Rear Brake Size
140 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
12V / 8.6AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Boot Light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular chassis with open single cradle
Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium
Digital Display Type
LCD Connectivity
TFT Connectivity
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Not Available
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
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
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
11 L
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
250-750 Kms/15-30 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
2500-3000 Kms/75-90 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
5500-6000 Kms/165-180 Days
Not Available
4th Service
8500-9000 Kms
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 60,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
60000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Aprilia SR 160
  • Updated motor offers more performance than before
  • Fuel-injection makes for a smoother motor
  • Best handling scooter in the country
Aprilia SR 160
  • Lacks features
  • Ride quality is still too stiff
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Aprilia SR 160 Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R FAQs

Which bike is best between Aprilia SR 160 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has out rated Aprilia SR 160 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Aprilia SR 160 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
The Aprilia SR 160 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R by ₹19.58 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia SR 160 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
For the STD version, 160.03 cc Petrol engine of SR 160 produces 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm of power and 13.44 Nm @ 5300 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 998 cc Petrol engine of Ninja ZX-10R produces 203 PS @ 13200 rpm of power and 114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Aprilia SR 160 has better performance.

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