Ducati SuperSport 950 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Last Updated: November 13, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 500 price starts at Rs. 5.66 Lakh, which is Rs. 11.50 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati SuperSport 950, priced at Rs. 17.16 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the SuperSport 950 offers a claimed 17 kmpl, while the Ninja 500 delivers 26.31 kmpl. On the performance front, the SuperSport 950 uses a 937cc engine producing 110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Ninja 500 a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the SuperSport 950 and Ninja 500, the Ninja 500 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the SuperSport 950 stands out for performance.

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SuperSport 950 vs Ninja 500 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati SuperSport 950Kawasaki Ninja 500
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 17.16 LakhRs. 5.66 Lakh
Mileage 17 kmpl26.31 kmpl
Engine 937 cc451 cc
Max power 110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 210 Kg171 Kg

SuperSport 950 vs Ninja 500 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati SuperSport 950 STDKawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)
Rating
5 reviews
13 reviews
Brand Name Ducati Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.16 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Max Power 110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati SuperSport 950 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. 46,986 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 42,846 SuperSport 950 Insurance Rs. 26,720 Ninja 500 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Engine Displacement
937 cc
451 cc
Gear Box
6 speed
6 Speed
Max Power
110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
93 Nm @ 6500 rpm
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
94 mm
70 mm
Stroke
67.5 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
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
12,6± 0.5 :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)
17 kmpl
26.31 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Fully adjustable Æ 43 mm usd Marzocchi fork
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Progressive linkage with adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
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 :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
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 Make
Pirelli
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
184 kg
157 kg
Seat height
810 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2070*750*1186 mm3
1995*730*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
1478 mm
1375 mm
Length
2070 mm
1995 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
145 mm
Height
1186 mm
1120 mm
Width
750 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
16 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
210 Kg
171 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
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8.6AH
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular steel Trellis frame attached to the chylinders head
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
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Wheelie Control, Ducati Multimedia System
Not Available
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
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports 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
Digital
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
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
2 Years
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
36000
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Ducati SuperSport 950 Vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 FAQs

Which bike is best between Ducati SuperSport 950 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Ducati SuperSport 950 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 is cheaper than Ducati SuperSport 950 by ₹11.50 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati SuperSport 950 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
For the STD version, 937 cc Petrol engine of SuperSport 950 produces 110.1 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 93 Nm @ 6500 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 in terms of performance both are same.

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