Ather 450X vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Last Updated: October 13, 2026

Ather 450X price starts at Rs. 1.51 Lakh, which is Rs. 19.28 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, priced at Rs. 20.79 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Ninja ZX-10R returns a claimed 12 kmpl, while the 450X offers a claimed 126 km/charge. On the performance front, the 450X uses a 2.9Kwh battery and the Ninja ZX-10R a 998cc engine producing 203 PS @ 13200 rpm. If you're deciding between the 450X and Ninja ZX-10R, the 450X is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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450X vs Ninja ZX-10R Comparison Summary

Specification Ather 450XKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.51 LakhRs. 20.79 Lakh
Mileage / Range 126 km/charge12 kmpl
Engine / Battery 2.9 Kwh998 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Kerb weight 108 Kg207 Kg

450X vs Ninja ZX-10R Key Highlights

Basic Info Ather 450X IDC 126 KM - MonoKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R STD
Rating
10 reviews
237 reviews
Brand Name Ather Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.51 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 20.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Max Power Not Available 203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Ather Energy 450X Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 126 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 4.3 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.15/km Rs. 8.33/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 56,922 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 7,469 450X Insurance Rs. 50,465 Ninja ZX-10R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
90 km/Hr
299 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Motor Torque
26 Nm
Not Available
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP66
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
Not Available
998 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm
Bore
Not Available
76 mm
Stroke
Not Available
55 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
4
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
Not Available
13.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
12 kmpl
0-40 Kmph (sec)
3.3s
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
3.3s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
10-15 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic forks
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
Symmetrically mounted progressive monoshock
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)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-100/80-12
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 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
Not Available
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2085*750*1185 mm3
Wheelbase
1296 mm
1450 mm
Length
Not Available
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
135 mm
Height
Not Available
1185 mm
Width
Not Available
750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
17 L
Kerb Weight
108 Kg
207 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
200 mm
330 mm
Rear Brake Size
190 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Motor Type
PMSM
Not Available
Motor Power
6.4 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
126 km/charge
Not Available
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
4 Hours 30 Minutes
Not Available
Range (Mode 1)
100 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 2)
85 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 3)
80 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range
126 km/charge
Not Available
Fast Charging
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
2.9 Kwh
12V / 8.6AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Charging Time
4.3 Hr
Not Available
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hrs
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Not Available
Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT Connectivity
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Park assist
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
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Telematics
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Touch Screen Display
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Operating System
Android
Not Available
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Processor
Snapdragon 212
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
22 L
Not Available
Charger Output
700 W
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
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
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Ather 450X
  • Very light and nimble to handle
  • Warp mode is very quick and fun to use
  • Range prediction is very accurate, Build quality is top-notch
Ather 450X
  • Ride quality is a bit on the firmer side
  • With the portable charger under seat storage gets full very easily
  • Key features can only be unlocked with the optional Pro pack
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What are the key performance upgrades in the Ather 450X compared to other Ather models?
  • The Ather 450X’s bigger battery variant offers a range of 150 km on a single charge, while the smaller battery variant delivers a range of 111 km. These options cater to varying needs, providing flexibility for both long and short commutes.
Q. Which is the best bike Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10R or BMW S 1000 RR?
  • The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a liter-class track machine, the Ninja ZX-10R has won three World Superbike Championships in a row. Thanks to its racing credentials, the motorcycle is one of the most highly sought-after machines in its segment. On the other hand, BMW S 1000 RR is a great Streetfighter bike in this segment, the S 1000 RR might have lost its sharper styling but it is narrower than before, with a smaller fuel tank as well. This has made the bike easier to straddle and easier to lock yourself onto while cornering. The bike is surprisingly comfortable for a superbike with plenty of room in the saddle. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. What is the different between ZX10R and R1 ? while ZX10R cost only 14 lakhs and R1 cost 20 ?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict now because Yamaha YZF R1 is not launched yet. So we would suggest you wait for the launch of the Yamaha YZF R1. Stay tuned for further updates.
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Ather Energy 450X Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R FAQs

Which bike is best between Ather Energy 450X vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
As per the users experiences Ather 450X is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and features in your bike. But Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is better on the grounds of comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Ather Energy 450X vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
The Ather 450X is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R by ₹19.28 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ather Energy 450X vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
As per the users experiences the Ather 450X has better performance.

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