Indian FTR vs Kawasaki Ninja 300

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 300 price starts at Rs. 3.34 Lakh, which is Rs. 16.04 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Indian FTR, priced at Rs. 19.38 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the FTR offers a claimed 18 kmpl, while the Ninja 300 delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the FTR uses a 1203cc engine producing 124.7 PS and the Ninja 300 a 296cc engine producing 39 PS @ 11000 rpm. If you're deciding between the FTR and Ninja 300, the Ninja 300 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the FTR stands out for performance.

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FTR vs Ninja 300 Comparison Summary

Specification Indian FTRKawasaki Ninja 300
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 19.38 LakhRs. 3.34 Lakh
Mileage 18 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 1203 cc296 cc
Max power 124.7 PS39 PS @ 11000 rpm
Kerb weight 233 Kg179 Kg

FTR vs Ninja 300 Key Highlights

Basic Info Indian FTR Black SmokeKawasaki Ninja 300 STD
Rating
2 reviews
174 reviews
Brand Name Indian Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.38 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.34 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled V-Twin Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Max Power 124.7 PS 39 PS @ 11000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Indian FTR Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 300 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 Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 53,072 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,145 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 46,085 FTR Insurance Rs. 14,306 Ninja 300 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
147 kmph
182 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled V-Twin
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
1203 cc
296 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
124.7 PS
39 PS @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque
120 Nm @ 6000 rpm
26.1 Nm @ 10000 rpm
Bore
102 mm
62 mm
Stroke
73.6 mm
49 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
10.6:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
18 kmpl
30 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
ZF Sachs Fully Adjustable Inverted Telescopic Cartidge Fork / 120mm
Ø37 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
ZF Sachs Fully Adjustable Piggyback IFP / 120mm
Bottom-link Uni-Trak, Gas-charged Shock And 5-way Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 132 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 :- 150/70-R17
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
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
218 kg
Not Available
Seat height
780 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
4.5 L
Gross Weight
430 Kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2223*830*1295 mm3
2015*715*1160 mm3
Wheelbase
1525 mm
1405 mm
Length
2223 mm
2015 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
140 mm
Height
1295 mm
1160 mm
Width
830 mm
715 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
233 Kg
179 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
290 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
220 mm

Headlight
LED
Halogen
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Tubular trellis style
Tubular Diamond
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Exhaust - Akrapovic 2-into-1-into-2
Heat Management Technology
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Ninja 300
  • Well priced compared to other twins, Creamy smooth engine
Kawasaki Ninja 300
  • Could use more power and torque, Feels quite barren in terms of features
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better Kawasaki Ninja 300 or Royal Enfield Bullet 350?
  • Both bikes are good in their own forte, Kawasaki Ninja 300 is one of the most affordable bikes in the market you can buy with a parallel-twin engine. The Ninja 300’s USP was its butter-smooth parallel-twin heart. As expected, Kawasaki has tweaked the same 296cc, parallel-twin engine to meet the BS6 norms. The motor now makes 39PS and 26.1Nm, which is 0.9Nm less than the BS4 Ninja 300. We expect the motor to feel as refined as ever on the go, and more importantly, it’ll be better for the environment too. Despite its age, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 300 still remains a formidable supersport offering. On the other, the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 is more than just a motorcycle; it's a piece of motorcycling history. If you're drawn to its classic design, relaxed riding style, and the idea of owning a bike with a strong legacy, the Bullet 350 could be an excellent choice. However, it's essential to acknowledge that it might not match the performance or handling characteristics of more modern motorcycles. 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.
Q. Is this bike worth to buy?
  • Yes
  • Kawasaki Ninja 300 is one of the most affordable bikes in the market you can buy with a parallel-twin engine. The Ninja 300’s USP was its butter-smooth parallel-twin heart. As expected, Kawasaki has tweaked the same 296cc, parallel-twin engine to meet the BS6 norms. The motor now makes 39PS and 26.1Nm, which is 0.9Nm less than the BS4 Ninja 300. We expect the motor to feel as refined as ever on the go, and more importantly, it’ll be better for the environment too. Despite its age, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 300 still remains a formidable supersport offering. The baby Ninja has the dynamics of a comfortable tourer with its parallel-twin heart and with a few updates is loads of fun around the twisties or on a track. However, we feel Kawasaki has played it safe by not giving any additional features, which is a bit disappointing given the Rs 20,000 price hike. 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.
Q. Which is the best bike between KTM RC390 and Kawasaki Ninja 300cc?
  • 300cc
  • Well, both bikes have their own perks. If you are looking for a lightweight bike with high-performance in terms of speed then you may choose to go with the RC 390. On the other hand, if your choice is to go with a bike that has the tough build quality and a reliable engine then Ninja 300 fits the bill. Moreover, we'd recommend taking a test ride of both the bikes for a better insight into the performance, comfort, and compatibility. Follow the link for dealership details - Bike Showrooms.
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Indian FTR Vs Kawasaki Ninja 300 FAQs

Which bike is best between Indian FTR vs Kawasaki Ninja 300?
Kawasaki Ninja 300 has out rated Indian FTR on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Indian FTR vs Kawasaki Ninja 300?
The Kawasaki Ninja 300 is cheaper than Indian FTR by ₹16.04 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Indian FTR vs Kawasaki Ninja 300?
For the Black Smoke version, 1203 cc Petrol engine of FTR produces 124.7 PS of power and 120 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 296 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 300 produces 39 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 26.1 Nm @ 10000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Indian FTR has better performance.

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