Indian Scout Classic vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R price starts at Rs. 12.49 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.53 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 ZX-6R a 636cc engine producing 124 PS @ 13000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scout Classic and Ninja ZX-6R, the Ninja ZX-6R is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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Scout Classic vs Ninja ZX-6R Comparison Summary

Specification Indian Scout ClassicKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.02 LakhRs. 12.49 Lakh
Mileage Not Available23.6 kmpl
Engine 1250 cc636 cc
Max power 106.4 PS124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Kerb weight 252 Kg198 Kg

Scout Classic vs Ninja ZX-6R Key Highlights

Basic Info Indian Scout Classic STDKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R STD
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Brand Name Indian Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.02 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.49 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled V-Twin Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Max Power 106.4 PS 124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Indian Scout Classic Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 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. 34,197 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 39,841 Scout Classic Insurance Rs. 37,439 Ninja ZX-6R Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
250 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled V-Twin
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Engine Displacement
1250 cc
636 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
106.4 PS
124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Max Torque
108 Nm @ 6300 rpm
69 Nm @ 11000 rpm
Bore
104 mm
67 mm
Stroke
73.6 mm
45.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
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
12.9:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork, Travel - 120 mm
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Dual Shocks, Travel - 76 mm
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 :-130/90-16 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :- 180/55-17
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
Not Available
Seat height
680 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.4 L
Gross Weight
449 Kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2318*916*1096 mm3
2025*710*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1562 mm
1400 mm
Length
2318 mm
2025 mm
Ground Clearance
113 mm
130 mm
Height
1096 mm
1105 mm
Width
916 mm
710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
252 Kg
198 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
298 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
298 mm
220 mm

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

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Not Available
Perimeter, aluminium
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
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
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
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Super 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
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
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
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
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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Indian Scout Classic Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Indian Scout Classic vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is cheaper than Indian Scout Classic by ₹1.53 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Indian Scout Classic vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
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 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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