BSA Gold Star vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

BSA Gold Star price starts at Rs. 3.22 Lakh, which is Rs. 9.27 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R, priced at Rs. 12.49 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Gold Star offers a claimed 25 kmpl, while the Ninja ZX-6R delivers 23.6 kmpl. On the performance front, the Gold Star uses a 652cc engine producing 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm and the Ninja ZX-6R a 636cc engine producing 124 PS @ 13000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Gold Star and Ninja ZX-6R, the Gold Star is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Ninja ZX-6R stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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Gold Star vs Ninja ZX-6R Comparison Summary

Specification BSA Gold StarKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.22 LakhRs. 12.49 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmpl23.6 kmpl
Engine 652 cc636 cc
Max power 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Kerb weight 201 Kg198 Kg

Gold Star vs Ninja ZX-6R Key Highlights

Basic Info BSA Gold Star Midnight Black And Down SilverKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R STD
Rating
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Brand Name BSA Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.22 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.49 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves, Twin Spark Plugs Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Max Power 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm 124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BSA Gold Star Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 8,816 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 34,197 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,530 Gold Star Insurance Rs. 36,039 Ninja ZX-6R Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
160 kmph
250 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves, Twin Spark Plugs
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Engine Displacement
652 cc
636 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm
124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Max Torque
55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
69 Nm @ 11000 rpm
Bore
100 mm
67 mm
Stroke
83 mm
45.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
12.9:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
25 kmpl
23.6 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Analog
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic forks 41mm
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
Uni-Trak swingarm

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 :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :- 180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
782 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.4 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2025*710*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1425 mm
1400 mm
Length
Not Available
2025 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
130 mm
Height
Not Available
1105 mm
Width
Not Available
710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
201 Kg
198 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 11.2AH
12V / 8AH
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Not Available
Perimeter, aluminium
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Analogue
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
101 mm Trail
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
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
Street Bikes, Cruiser Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
  • Most powerful middleweight supersport in India
  • The new graphics look very elegant
  • Engine refinement is very impressive
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
  • Not as comfortable as its rivals
  • A bit more expensive compared to the competition
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BSA Gold Star Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R FAQs

Which bike is best between BSA Gold Star vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
As per the users experiences BSA Gold Star is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is better on the grounds of mileage and performance. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper BSA Gold Star vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
The BSA Gold Star is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R by ₹9.27 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BSA Gold Star vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
For the Midnight Black And Down Silver version, 652 cc Petrol engine of Gold Star produces 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 55 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 636 cc Petrol engine of Ninja ZX-6R produces 124 PS @ 13000 rpm of power and 69 Nm @ 11000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BSA Gold Star has better performance.

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