Benelli 502 C vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 500 price starts at Rs. 5.66 Lakh, which is Rs. 14,000 cheaper than the base variant of Benelli 502 C, priced at Rs. 5.80 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 502 C offers a claimed 26.52 kmpl, while the Ninja 500 delivers 26.31 kmpl. On the performance front, the 502 C uses a 500cc engine producing 47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Ninja 500 a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 502 C and Ninja 500, the 502 C is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Ninja 500 stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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502 C vs Ninja 500 Comparison Summary

Specification Benelli 502 CKawasaki Ninja 500
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.80 LakhRs. 5.66 Lakh
Mileage 26.52 kmpl26.31 kmpl
Engine 500 cc451 cc
Max power 47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 216 Kg171 Kg

502 C vs Ninja 500 Key Highlights

Basic Info Benelli 502 C STDKawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)
Rating
12 reviews
13 reviews
Brand Name Benelli Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.80 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 8-valve, DOHC Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Max Power 47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Benelli 502 C 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. 15,880 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 26,940 502 C 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
160 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 8-valve, DOHC Engine
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Engine Displacement
500 cc
451 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
46 Nm @ 6000 rpm
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
69 mm
70 mm
Stroke
66.8 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
T.C.I.
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
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)
26.52 kmpl
26.31 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
7.24s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
15.41m
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
26.52 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
25.89 kmpl
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
28.57m
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
55.91m
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
3.84s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
4.65s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork, 135 mm travel
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Mono Shock Absorber, 50 mm travel
Bottom Link Uni-Trak, Gas Charged Shock, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 130 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
28 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
38 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :- 160/60-17
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
220 kg
157 kg
Seat height
760 mm
785 mm
Load carrying capacity
187 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2240*950*1150 mm3
1995*730*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
1580 mm
1375 mm
Length
2240 mm
1995 mm
Ground Clearance
210 mm
145 mm
Height
1150 mm
1120 mm
Width
950 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.5 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
216 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8.6AH

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
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
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
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
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
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
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
36000

Is Benelli 502 C Better Than Kawasaki Ninja 500?

50% users have chosen Benelli 502 C over Kawasaki Ninja 500 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 39 users have also rated Benelli 502 C and Kawasaki Ninja 500 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 has out rated Benelli 502 C on all the rating factors.

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 500 502 C
Mileage 3.4 3.8
Performance 3.6 3.8
Comfort 4.4 5.0
Maintenance 3.2 3.8
Features 4.6 5.0
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What are the differences between 402S and 502C - 502 c - 502 c - 502 c?
  • It would be too early to give a difference here as the Benelli 402 S is not launched yet. On the other hand, if we talk about Benelli 502 C, the bike is powered by a 500cc parallel-twin engine making 47.5PS and 46Nm -- the same as the Leoncino 500 and the Benelli TRK 502. It features modern underpinnings in the form of an inverted front fork, rear mono-shock, twin 280mm petal discs, and a 240mm rear petal disc with dual-channel ABS. Notable features include an all-LED lighting system and a full-colour TFT instrument cluster with two display modes. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.Read more:- Benelli 402S: Everything You Need To Know

Benelli 502 C Vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 FAQs

Which bike is best between Benelli 502 C vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
Kawasaki Ninja 500 has out rated Benelli 502 C on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Benelli 502 C vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 is cheaper than Benelli 502 C by ₹14,000.
Which bike offers better performance Benelli 502 C vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
For the STD version, 500 cc Petrol engine of 502 C produces 47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 46 Nm @ 6000 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
As per the users experiences the Benelli 502 C has better performance.

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