CFMoto 650GT vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

CFMoto 650GT price starts at Rs. 5.59 Lakh, which is Rs. 7,000 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja 500, priced at Rs. 5.66 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 650GT offers a claimed 20 kmpl, while the Ninja 500 delivers 26.31 kmpl. On the performance front, the 650GT uses a 649.3cc engine producing 62.54 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Ninja 500 a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 650GT and Ninja 500, the 650GT 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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650GT vs Ninja 500 Comparison Summary

Specification CFMoto 650GTKawasaki Ninja 500
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.59 LakhRs. 5.66 Lakh
Mileage 20 kmpl26.31 kmpl
Engine 649.3 cc451 cc
Max power 62.54 PS @ 9000 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 226 Kg171 Kg

650GT vs Ninja 500 Key Highlights

Basic Info CFMoto 650GT STDKawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)
Rating
2 reviews
13 reviews
Brand Name CFMoto Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.59 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2-cylinder inline, 4-stroke, Liquid cooled Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Max Power 62.54 PS @ 9000 rpm 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
CFMoto 650GT 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. 15,305 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 26,611 650GT Insurance Rs. 26,720 Ninja 500 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
195 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2-cylinder inline, 4-stroke, Liquid cooled
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Engine Displacement
649.3 cc
451 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
62.54 PS @ 9000 rpm
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
58.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
83 mm
70 mm
Stroke
60 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
ECU
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
11.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston

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

Suspension-Front
Retractable type
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Cantilever type
Bottom Link Uni-Trak, Gas Charged Shock, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 130 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-ZR17 Rear :-160/60-ZR17
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
795 mm
785 mm
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2100*930*1340 mm3
1995*730*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
1415 mm
1375 mm
Length
2100 mm
1995 mm
Ground Clearance
150 mm
145 mm
Height
1340 mm
1120 mm
Width
930 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
226 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
220 mm

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

Frame Type
Steel tubular
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Windscreen
Yes
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
Sports Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
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
Digital
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

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

Is CFMoto 650GT Better Than Kawasaki Ninja 500?

50% users have chosen CFMoto 650GT over Kawasaki Ninja 500 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 24 users have also rated CFMoto 650GT and Kawasaki Ninja 500 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences CFMoto 650GT is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
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 650GT
Mileage 4.6 3.8
Performance 5.0 3.8
Comfort 5.0 5.0
Maintenance 4.6 3.8
Features 5.0 5.0
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CFMoto 650GT Vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 FAQs

Which bike is best between CFMoto 650GT vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
As per the users experiences CFMoto 650GT is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper CFMoto 650GT vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The CFMoto 650GT is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 500 by ₹7,000.
Which bike offers better performance CFMoto 650GT vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
For the STD version, 649.3 cc Petrol engine of 650GT produces 62.54 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 58.5 Nm @ 7000 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 CFMoto 650GT has better performance.

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