CFMoto 650MT vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

CFMoto 650MT price starts at Rs. 5.29 Lakh, which is Rs. 37,000 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja 500, priced at Rs. 5.66 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 650MT offers a claimed 20 kmpl, while the Ninja 500 delivers 26.31 kmpl. On the performance front, the 650MT uses a 649cc engine producing 70.70 PS @ 8750 rpm and the Ninja 500 a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 650MT and Ninja 500, the 650MT 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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650MT vs Ninja 500 Comparison Summary

Specification CFMoto 650MTKawasaki Ninja 500
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.29 LakhRs. 5.66 Lakh
Mileage 20 kmpl26.31 kmpl
Engine 649 cc451 cc
Max power 70.70 PS @ 8750 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 218 Kg171 Kg

650MT vs Ninja 500 Key Highlights

Basic Info CFMoto 650MT STDKawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)
Rating
3 reviews
13 reviews
Brand Name CFMoto Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.29 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 70.70 PS @ 8750 rpm 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
CFMoto 650MT 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. 14,484 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 26,140 650MT 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
170 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 cc
451 cc
Gear Box
6-Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
70.70 PS @ 8750 rpm
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
62 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
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-R17, Rear :-160/60-R17
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
840 mm
785 mm
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2180*835*1332 mm3
1995*730*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
1425 mm
1375 mm
Length
2180 mm
1995 mm
Ground Clearance
128 mm
145 mm
Height
1332 mm
1120 mm
Width
835 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
218 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
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8.6AH

Frame Type
Not Available
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
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
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
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
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Which bike is best between CFMoto 650MT vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
As per the users experiences CFMoto 650MT is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage in your bike. But Kawasaki Ninja 500 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper CFMoto 650MT vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The CFMoto 650MT is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 500 by ₹37,000.
Which bike offers better performance CFMoto 650MT vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of 650MT produces 70.70 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 62 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 650MT has better performance.

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