Indian Scout Classic vs Kawasaki Ninja 650

Last Updated: October 11, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 650 price starts at Rs. 7.77 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.25 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Indian Scout Classic, priced at Rs. 14.02 Lakh. On the performance front, the Scout Classic uses a 1250cc engine producing 106.4 PS and the Ninja 650 a 649cc engine producing 68 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scout Classic and Ninja 650, the Ninja 650 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Scout Classic stands out for performance.

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Scout Classic vs Ninja 650 Comparison Summary

Specification Indian Scout ClassicKawasaki Ninja 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.02 LakhRs. 7.77 Lakh
Mileage Not Available21 kmpl
Engine 1250 cc649 cc
Max power 106.4 PS68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 252 Kg196 Kg

Scout Classic vs Ninja 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Indian Scout Classic STDKawasaki Ninja 650 (2025)
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Brand Name Indian Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.02 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 7.77 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled V-Twin Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Max Power 106.4 PS 68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Indian Scout Classic Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 38,386 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 21,274 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,269 Scout Classic Insurance Rs. 29,161 Ninja 650 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
210 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
1250 cc
649 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
106.4 PS
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
108 Nm @ 6300 rpm
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Bore
104 mm
83 mm
Stroke
73.6 mm
60 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
Battery And Coil (Transistorised Ignition)
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
10.8:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork, Travel - 120 mm
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork Travel - 125 mm
Suspension-Rear
Dual Shocks, Travel - 76 mm
Horizontal Back-Link Swingarm Travel - 130 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-130/90-16 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
243 kg
181 kg
Seat height
680 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.3 L
Gross Weight
449 Kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2318*916*1096 mm3
2115*740*1145 mm3
Wheelbase
1562 mm
1410 mm
Length
2318 mm
2115 mm
Ground Clearance
113 mm
130 mm
Height
1096 mm
1145 mm
Width
916 mm
740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
252 Kg
196 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
298 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
298 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Not Available
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms
2nd Service
Not Available
6000 Kms
3rd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms
4th Service
Not Available
18000 Kms

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • No power loss in the BS6 guise
  • Now gets a 4.3-inch colour-TFT screen with smartphone connectivity
  • Shod with grippier Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension, radial brake callipers or electronic aids
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Indian Scout Classic Vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Indian Scout Classic vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is cheaper than Indian Scout Classic by ₹6.25 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Indian Scout Classic vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
For the STD version, 1250 cc Petrol engine of Scout Classic produces 106.4 PS of power and 108 Nm @ 6300 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2025) version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 650 produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque

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