Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Ducati Monster price starts at Rs. 13.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.80 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, priced at Rs. 20.79 Lakh. On the performance front, the Monster uses a 890cc engine producing 111 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Ninja ZX-10R a 998cc engine producing 203 PS @ 13200 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Ninja ZX-10R, the Monster is the better pick for affordability, while the Ninja ZX-10R stands out for performance.

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Monster vs Ninja ZX-10R Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 20.79 Lakh
Mileage Not Available12 kmpl
Engine 890 cc998 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available207 Kg

Monster vs Ninja ZX-10R Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R STD
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Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 20.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Max Power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm 203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch 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. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 56,922 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 50,465 Ninja ZX-10R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
299 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
890 cc
998 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
203 PS @ 13200 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm
Bore
96 mm
76 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
55 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
13.0:1

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

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

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
145 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Upside-down Showa 43 mm fork
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
Showa monoshock
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)
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 :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
175 kg
Not Available
Seat height
815 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2085*750*1185 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1450 mm
Length
Not Available
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
135 mm
Height
Not Available
1185 mm
Width
Not Available
750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
207 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
330 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8.6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Power Modes
Yes
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT Connectivity
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Sport,Road,Urban
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
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Auto Tyre Calibration, Ducati Power Launch
Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Fall Alert
Yes
Not Available
Heated Grips
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Cornering ABS
Yes
Not Available
Wheelie Control
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Engine Brake Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000
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Recently Asked User Questions

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.
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  • 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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Ducati Monster Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
The Ducati Monster is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R by ₹6.80 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
For the Red version, 890 cc Petrol engine of Monster produces 111 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 91.1 Nm @ 7250 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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