BMW R 12 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R price starts at Rs. 20.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.21 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW R 12, priced at Rs. 22.00 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 12 offers a claimed 19.60 kmpl, while the Ninja ZX-10R delivers 12 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 12 uses a 1170cc engine producing 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm and the Ninja ZX-10R a 998cc engine producing 203 PS @ 13200 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 12 and Ninja ZX-10R, the Ninja ZX-10R is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the R 12 stands out for mileage.

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R 12 vs Ninja ZX-10R Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 12Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 22.00 LakhRs. 20.79 Lakh
Mileage 19.60 kmpl12 kmpl
Engine 1170 cc998 cc
Max power 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Kerb weight 227 Kg207 Kg

R 12 vs Ninja ZX-10R Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 12 STDKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R STD
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Brand Name BMW Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 22.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 20.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Max Power 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm 203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 12 Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Aluminium cast wheels Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 60,235 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 56,922 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 49,898 R 12 Insurance Rs. 50,465 Ninja ZX-10R Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
203 kmph
299 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
1170 cc
998 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Max Torque
110 Nm @ 6000 rpm
114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm
Bore
101 mm
76 mm
Stroke
73 mm
55 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
12.0 :1
13.0:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, Travel - 90 mm
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
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable, Travel - 90 mm
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)
36 psi
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Aluminium cast wheels
Alloy

Seat height
753 mm
835 mm
Load carrying capacity
202 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.5 L
2.6 L
Gross Weight
430 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2200*830*1110 mm3
2085*750*1185 mm3
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1450 mm
Length
2200 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
135 mm
Height
1110 mm
1185 mm
Width
830 mm
750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
227 Kg
207 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
330 mm
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 14AH
12V / 8.6AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular space frame
Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT Connectivity
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
Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
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
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
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
Cruiser Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
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
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000
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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.
Q. Which is good to buy between Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Yamaha YZF R1?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as the Yamaha YZF R1 is yet to make its debut in the BS6 era. The Yamaha YZF-R1 is powered by a 998cc, in-line four, liquid-cooled engine which makes 200PS power. The ECU is programmed with five different types of control systems, including traction control, slide control, launch control and quick shifter. On the other hand, the Ninja ZX-10R has undergone a massive styling change for 2021. The motorcycle now gets the Ninja H2-inspired front fascia, just like most other Ninja series bikes. Its 998cc motor still pushes out 213PS and 115Nm, making sure it doesn't lose its membership from the elite 200 PS club. Revisions to the gearbox and final drive are said to make the bike even more livelier. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
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BMW R 12 Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW R 12 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is cheaper than BMW R 12 by ₹1.21 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 12 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
For the STD version, 1170 cc Petrol engine of R 12 produces 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 110 Nm @ 6000 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

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