Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R Price starts at Rs. 9.40 Lakh which is Rs. 1.63 Lakh costlier than base model of Kawasaki Ninja 650 priced at Rs. 7.77 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Ninja 650 is 21 kmpl whereas the mileage of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is 24.18 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Ninja 650 is powered by 649 cc engine , while Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is powered by 399 cc cc engine. Kawasaki Ninja 650 is available in 2 different colours while Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R comes with 1 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Ninja 650 vs Ninja ZX-4R

Key Highlights Ninja 650 (2025)Ninja ZX-4R R
Engine Type Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC 4st, 4 Cyl, DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 77 PS @ 14500 rpm

Ninja 650 vs Ninja ZX-4R Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2025)Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R R
Rating
20 reviews
12 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 7.77 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.42 Lakh
Engine Type Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC 4st, 4 Cyl, DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 77 PS @ 14500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 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. 21,274 @ 6% (36 months)
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Insurance Rs. 30,032 Ninja 650 Insurance ...
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
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Claimed Top Speed
210 kmph
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Emission Norm Compliance
BS6.2
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Engine Type
Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
4st, 4 Cyl, DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Engine Displacement
649 cc
399 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
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Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
77 PS @ 14500 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
39 Nm @ 13000 rpm
Emission Type
...
bs6-2.0
Bore
83 mm
57 mm
Stroke
60 mm
39.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
...
4
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Battery And Coil (Transistorised Ignition)
Digital / B&C (TCBI EL. ADV. D.)
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
12.3:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
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Rear Brake
Disc
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Front Caliper
2 Piston
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Rear Caliper
1 Piston
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Mileage (Overall)
21 kmpl
24.18 kmpl
Top Speed
...
200 kmph

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork Travel - 125 mm
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Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-Link Swingarm Travel - 130 mm
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Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
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Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
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Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
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Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
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Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Peak Power
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77 PS @ 14500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
181 kg
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Seat height
790 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.3 L
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Length*Width*Height
2115*740*1145 mm3
1990*765*1110 mm3
Wheelbase
1410 mm
1380 mm
Length
2115 mm
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
135 mm
Height
1145 mm
1110 mm
Width
740 mm
765 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
196 Kg
189 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
...
800 mm
Front Brake Size
300 mm
290 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Headlight
LED
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
...
LED

Frame Type
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
TFT
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Malfunction Indicator
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Trip Meter
Digital
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Real Time Mileage Indicator
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Pillion Seat
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Calls and Messaging
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Traction Control
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Low battery alert
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Brightness Control
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No. of Tripmeters
2
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Engine Temperature Indicator
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Rear Footpegs
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Daytime Running Lamps
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Additional Features/Information
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
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Windscreen
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Gear Position Indicator
...
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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ABS Type
Dual Channel
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Side Stand Warning
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ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Display
...
4.3 Inch TFT
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Tachometer
Digital
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Tripmeter
...
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
...
Digital
Clock
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Low Battery Indicator
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Low Oil Indicator
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Passenger Footrest
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Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
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Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
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4th Service
18000 Kms
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Standard Warranty (Years)
2
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Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
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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 ZX-4R
  • The inline-four engine is buttery smooth
  • The bike is quite nimble and agile
  • The compact 400cc engine produces 77PS
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension, radial brake callipers or electronic aids
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R
  • The price tag is quite high for such a small capacity engine
  • Comes in a single colour scheme
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Q. I am confused between Ninja 650 2020 KRT edition VS CBR 650R? Which one is better?
  • CBR650R makes more power and at higher RPM and makes slightly lesser torque. Ninja being a twin cylinder engine makes more torque at lower rpm although it makes lesser power. Ninja 650 is good for long distance cruising. CBR with the 4 cylinder engine gives a sporty riding experience and makes more top speed than Ninja 650.
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Kawasaki Ninja 650 Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R?
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R?
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R by ₹1.65 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R?
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. Whereas for the R version, 399 cc Petrol engine of Ninja ZX-4R produces 77 PS @ 14500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 13000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Ninja 650 has better performance.

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