Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

Last Updated: August 11, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R price starts at Rs. 12.49 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.50 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Monster, priced at Rs. 13.99 Lakh. On the performance front, the Monster uses a 890cc engine producing 110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Ninja ZX-6R a 636cc engine producing 124 PS @ 13000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Ninja ZX-6R, the Ninja ZX-6R is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Monster stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Monster vs Ninja ZX-6R Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 12.49 Lakh
Mileage Not Available23.6 kmpl
Engine 890 cc636 cc
Max power 110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Kerb weight 175 Kg198 Kg

Monster vs Ninja ZX-6R Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R STD
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Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.49 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Max Power 110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm 124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 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. 34,197 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 37,439 Ninja ZX-6R Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
250 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Engine Displacement
890 cc
636 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm
124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
69 Nm @ 11000 rpm
Bore
96 mm
67 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
45.1 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
12.9:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
23.6 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
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
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
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 :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :- 180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
175 kg
Not Available
Seat height
815 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.4 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2025*710*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1492 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
14 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
175 Kg
198 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Power Modes
Yes
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Perimeter, aluminium
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Sport,Road,Urban,Wet
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
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
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Cornering ABS
Yes
Not Available
Wheelie Control
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
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
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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Ducati Monster Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is cheaper than Ducati Monster by ₹1.50 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
For the Red version, 890 cc Petrol engine of Monster produces 110.68 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 91.1 Nm @ 7250 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

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