Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs TVS Ronin

Kawasaki Ninja 650 Price starts at Rs. 7.77 Lakh which is Rs. 6.48 Lakh costlier than base model of TVS Ronin priced at Rs. 1.29 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Ninja 650 is 21 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Ninja 650 is powered by 649 cc engine , while TVS Ronin is powered by 225.9 cc engine. Kawasaki Ninja 650 is available in 2 different colours while TVS Ronin comes with 7 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs TVS Ronin can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Ninja 650 vs Ronin

Key Highlights Ninja 650 (2025)Ronin Base - Lighting Black
Engine Type Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm

Ninja 650 vs Ronin Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2025)TVS Ronin Base - Lighting Black
Rating
20 reviews
215 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 7.77 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.29 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Colors
TVS Ronin Colors
Braking Type ... Anti-lock Braking System
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 Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 21,274 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,707 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 29,161 Ninja 650 Insurance Rs. 11,808 Ronin Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
...
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
210 kmph
...
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
...
E20
Estimated Top Speed
...
120 kmph
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Engine Displacement
649 cc
225.9 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Bore
83 mm
66 mm
Stroke
60 mm
66 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Battery And Coil (Transistorised Ignition)
...
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
...

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
...
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
...
Braking Type
...
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
21 kmpl
...

Rear Suspension Compression Adjustment
...
Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
...
Rear Suspension Rebound Adjustment
...
Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork Travel - 125 mm
Black, 41 mm USD
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-Link Swingarm Travel - 130 mm
Mono Shock with 7 Step Adjustable Preload

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-110/70-17,Rear :-130/70-17
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
...
Seat height
790 mm
795 mm
Load carrying capacity
...
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.3 L
...
Gross Weight
...
311 kg
Length*Width*Height
2115*740*1145 mm3
2040*805*1170 mm3
Wheelbase
1410 mm
1357 mm
Length
2115 mm
2040 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
181 mm
Height
1145 mm
1170 mm
Width
740 mm
805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
196 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
...
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
...
Pilot Lamps
...

Frame Type
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Real Time Mileage Indicator
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
...
Calls and Messaging
...
Riding Modes
...
Rain,Urban
Traction Control
...
Low battery alert
Brightness Control
...
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
...
Rear Footpegs
Multi-function Lock
...
Daytime Running Lamps
Additional Features/Information
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Glide Through Technology
Windscreen
...
Gear Position Indicator
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
...
Side Stand Warning
Physical Key
...
Exhaust Heat Shield
...
Front Footpegs
...
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
...
Body
...
Metal
Immobilizer
...
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Low Battery Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
...
4th Service
18000 Kms
17500-18000 Kms/550 Days
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
...
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
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
TVS Ronin
  • Torquey engine ensures you don’t have to shift as frequently
  • Excellent fit and finish
  • Lightweight and agile in both city traffic and highway
  • Can easily accommodate tall riders
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension, radial brake callipers or electronic aids
TVS Ronin
  • Unimpressive highway performance
  • You’ll need to pull the front brake lever really hard for aggressive braking
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Kawasaki Ninja 650 Vs TVS Ronin FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs TVS Ronin?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Ninja 650 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and features in your bike. But TVS Ronin is better on the grounds of maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs TVS Ronin?
The TVS Ronin is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 650 by ₹6.48 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs TVS Ronin?
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 Base - Lighting Black version, 225.9 cc Petrol engine of Ronin produces 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Ninja 650 has better performance.

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