Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs KTM 85 SX

Last Updated: September 12, 2026

KTM 85 SX price starts at Rs. 6.69 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.08 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja 650, priced at Rs. 7.77 Lakh. On the performance front, the Ninja 650 uses a 649cc engine producing 68 PS @ 8000 rpm and the 85 SX a 84.9cc engine producing 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja 650 and 85 SX, the 85 SX is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Ninja 650 stands out for performance.

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Ninja 650 vs 85 SX Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja 650KTM 85 SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 7.77 LakhRs. 6.69 Lakh
Mileage 21 kmplNot Available
Engine 649 cc84.9 cc
Max power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm
Kerb weight 196 Kg75 Kg

Ninja 650 vs 85 SX Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2025)KTM 85 SX STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 7.77 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 6.69 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Colors
KTM 85 SX Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Kick Start Only
Speedometer Digital Not Available
EMI
Rs. 21,274 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 18,317 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 29,161 Ninja 650 Insurance Rs. 17,293 85 SX Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
210 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
Engine Displacement
649 cc
84.9 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
14 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Bore
83 mm
47 mm
Stroke
60 mm
48.95 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Carburetor
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Battery And Coil (Transistorised Ignition)
MEDJ Digital
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
Not Available

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

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

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork Travel - 125 mm
Xact 43 Wp Upside Down Fork, Ø 43 mm, Travel - 278 mm
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-Link Swingarm Travel - 130 mm
Xact Wp Pds Mono Shock, Travel - 305 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
15 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
15 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
15 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
15 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-70/100-17, Rear :-90/100-14
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
181 kg
67 kg
Seat height
790 mm
865 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.3 L
1.3 L
Length*Width*Height
2115*740*1145 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1410 mm
1290 mm
Length
2115 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
130 mm
336 mm
Height
1145 mm
Not Available
Width
740 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
5.2 L
Kerb Weight
196 Kg
75 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
300 mm
240 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Not Available

Frame Type
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Double Grinded Central Double Cradle Type Frame, Aluminium-reinforced Polyamide
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Not Available
Tapered Aluminum
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Dirt Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

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

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
50000

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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Kawasaki Ninja 650 Vs KTM 85 SX FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs KTM 85 SX?
The KTM 85 SX is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 650 by ₹1.08 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs KTM 85 SX?
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 STD version, 84.9 cc Petrol engine of 85 SX produces 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm of power and 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque

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