Kawasaki Eliminator vs Kawasaki Ninja 500

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 500 price starts at Rs. 5.66 Lakh, which is Rs. 50,000 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Eliminator, priced at Rs. 6.16 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Eliminator offers a claimed 30 kmpl, while the Ninja 500 delivers 26.31 kmpl. On the performance front, the Eliminator uses a 451cc engine producing 45 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Ninja 500 a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Eliminator and Ninja 500, the Ninja 500 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Eliminator stands out for mileage.

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Eliminator vs Ninja 500 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki EliminatorKawasaki Ninja 500
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 6.16 LakhRs. 5.66 Lakh
Mileage 30 kmpl26.31 kmpl
Engine 451 cc451 cc
Max power 45 PS @ 9000 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg171 Kg

Eliminator vs Ninja 500 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Eliminator STDKawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)
Rating
2 reviews
13 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 6.16 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Max Power 45 PS @ 9000 rpm 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Eliminator Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 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. 16,866 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 26,815 Eliminator Insurance Rs. 26,086 Ninja 500 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
160 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Engine Displacement
451 cc
451 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45 PS @ 9000 rpm
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
42.6 Nm @ 7500 rpm
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
70 mm
70 mm
Stroke
58.6 mm
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Battery & Coil
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
11.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork Travel - 120 mm
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Swingarm Travel - 90 mm
Bottom Link Uni-Trak, Gas Charged Shock, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 130 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
28 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-130/70-18, Rear :- 150/80-16
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
157 kg
Seat height
735 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2250*785*1100 mm3
1995*730*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1375 mm
Length
2250 mm
1995 mm
Ground Clearance
150 mm
145 mm
Height
1100 mm
1120 mm
Width
785 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
12V / 8.6AH

Frame Type
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
36000
36000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Eliminator
  • Kerb weight is quite low
  • The classic old-school cruiser design is very eye-catchy
  • Has a very accessible seat height
Kawasaki Eliminator
  • Priced very high
  • Fuel tank could have been bigger

Is Kawasaki Eliminator Better Than Kawasaki Ninja 500?

67% users have chosen Kawasaki Eliminator over Kawasaki Ninja 500 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 20 users have also rated Kawasaki Eliminator and Kawasaki Ninja 500 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Eliminator is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Ninja 500 Eliminator
Mileage 5.0 3.8
Performance 5.0 3.8
Comfort 5.0 5.0
Maintenance 5.0 3.8
Features 5.0 5.0
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Kawasaki Eliminator Vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Eliminator vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Eliminator is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Eliminator vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 is cheaper than Kawasaki Eliminator by ₹50,000.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Eliminator vs Kawasaki Ninja 500?
For the STD version, 451 cc Petrol engine of Eliminator produces 45 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 42.6 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2025) version, 451 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 500 produces 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Eliminator has better performance.

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