Hero HF Deluxe Flex Fuel vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Hero HF Deluxe Flex Fuel price starts at Rs. 71,767, which is Rs. 4.94 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja 500, priced at Rs. 5.66 Lakh. On the performance front, the HF Deluxe Flex Fuel uses a 97.2cc engine producing 8.56 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Ninja 500 a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the HF Deluxe Flex Fuel and Ninja 500, the HF Deluxe Flex Fuel is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Ninja 500 stands out for performance.

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HF Deluxe Flex Fuel vs Ninja 500 Comparison Summary

Specification Hero HF Deluxe Flex FuelKawasaki Ninja 500
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 71,767Rs. 5.66 Lakh
Mileage Not Available26.31 kmpl
Engine 97.2 cc451 cc
Max power 8.56 PS @ 8000 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 112.5 Kg171 Kg

HF Deluxe Flex Fuel vs Ninja 500 Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero HF Deluxe Flex Fuel STDKawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)
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Brand Name Hero Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 71,767 Check On Road Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Max Power 8.56 PS @ 8000 rpm 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp HF Deluxe Flex Fuel Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Colors
Braking Type Integrated Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,068 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,072 HF Deluxe Flex Fuel Insurance Rs. 26,086 Ninja 500 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
85 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E85
Not Available
Engine Type
Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Engine Displacement
97.2 cc
451 cc
Gear Box
4 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
8.56 PS @ 8000 rpm
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
8.3 Nm @ 6000 rpm
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
50 mm
70 mm
Stroke
49.5 mm
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
9.9:1
11.3:1

Front Brake
Drum
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Braking Type
Integrated Braking System
Not Available

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Swingarm with 2-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
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 :-80/100-18 Rear :-80/100-18
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 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
805 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1 L
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
1965*720*1045 mm3
1995*730*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
1235 mm
1375 mm
Length
1965 mm
1995 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
145 mm
Height
1045 mm
1120 mm
Width
720 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
9.6 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
112.5 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 3AH
12V / 8.6AH

Frame Type
Tubular Double Cradle
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
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
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Body
Fiber
Not Available
Handlebar type
Single Piece
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
36000
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Hero Moto Corp HF Deluxe Flex Fuel Vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp HF Deluxe Flex Fuel vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
As per the users experiences Hero HF Deluxe Flex Fuel 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 and maintenance. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp HF Deluxe Flex Fuel vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The Hero HF Deluxe Flex Fuel is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 500 by ₹4.94 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp HF Deluxe Flex Fuel vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
For the STD version, 97.2 cc Petrol engine of HF Deluxe Flex Fuel produces 8.56 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 8.3 Nm @ 6000 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 Hero HF Deluxe Flex Fuel has better performance.

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