Aprilia Tuono 457 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Aprilia Tuono 457 price starts at Rs. 3.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.67 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja 500, priced at Rs. 5.66 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Tuono 457 offers a claimed 25.5 kmpl, while the Ninja 500 delivers 26.31 kmpl. On the performance front, the Tuono 457 uses a 457cc engine producing 47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm and the Ninja 500 a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Tuono 457 and Ninja 500, the Tuono 457 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Ninja 500 stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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Tuono 457 vs Ninja 500 Comparison Summary

Specification Aprilia Tuono 457Kawasaki Ninja 500
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.99 LakhRs. 5.66 Lakh
Mileage 25.5 kmpl26.31 kmpl
Engine 457 cc451 cc
Max power 47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 175 Kg171 Kg

Tuono 457 vs Ninja 500 Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia Tuono 457 Special EditionKawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)
Rating
1 review
13 reviews
Brand Name Aprilia Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Parallel Twin, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled With Ride-By-Wire Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Max Power 47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Aprilia Tuono 457 Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 500 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. 10,925 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 24,099 Tuono 457 Insurance Rs. 26,720 Ninja 500 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
190 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Parallel Twin, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled With Ride-By-Wire
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Engine Displacement
457 cc
451 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
69 mm
70 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
Not Available
11.3:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
25.5 kmpl
26.31 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø 41 mm USD Fork, Adjustable Preload, 120 mm Wheel Travel
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock, Adjustable Preload, 130 mm Wheel Travel
Bottom Link Uni-Trak, Gas Charged Shock, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 130 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
28 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-150/60-17
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
157 kg
Seat height
800 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.5 L
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1995*730*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
Not Available
1375 mm
Length
Not Available
1995 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
145 mm
Height
Not Available
1120 mm
Width
Not Available
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.7 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
175 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
220 mm

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

Frame Type
Twin Spar Aluminum Frame
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Backlit Switchcubes. Engine Maps (AEM), Anti Roll-Over System (2 maps), Metal Braided Brake Hoses
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
36000
36000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Aprilia Tuono 457
  • The riding position is much more comfortable than the RS457
  • Wide handlebar makes it a lot easier to steer into corners
  • Engine has punchy mid-range performance, making it a blast to ride hard
  • Super tractable too, so city riding is an absolute breeze
  • Rs 25,000 more affordable than the RS 457
Aprilia Tuono 457
  • Brakes fade rapidly after some aggressive use
  • Lower body posture might not be very comfortable for taller riders
  • One of the most expensive bikes in its category
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Which bike is cheaper Aprilia Tuono 457 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The Aprilia Tuono 457 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 500 by ₹1.67 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia Tuono 457 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
For the Special Edition version, 457 cc Petrol engine of Tuono 457 produces 47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm of power and 43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2025) version, 451 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 500 produces 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

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