Kawasaki Eliminator vs KTM 65 SX

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

KTM 65 SX price starts at Rs. 5.47 Lakh, which is Rs. 69,500 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Eliminator, priced at Rs. 6.16 Lakh. On the performance front, the Eliminator uses a 451cc engine producing 45 PS @ 9000 rpm and the 65 SX a 64.9cc engine producing 11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Eliminator and 65 SX, the 65 SX is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Eliminator stands out for performance.

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Eliminator vs 65 SX Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki EliminatorKTM 65 SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 6.16 LakhRs. 5.47 Lakh
Mileage 30 kmplNot Available
Engine 451 cc64.9 cc
Max power 45 PS @ 9000 rpm11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg62 Kg

Eliminator vs 65 SX Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Eliminator STDKTM 65 SX STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 6.16 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 5.47 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
Max Power 45 PS @ 9000 rpm 11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Eliminator Colors
KTM 65 SX Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-304.8 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. 16,866 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 14,963 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 26,815 Eliminator Insurance Rs. 13,837 65 SX Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
160 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
Engine Displacement
451 cc
64.9 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45 PS @ 9000 rpm
11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm
Max Torque
42.6 Nm @ 7500 rpm
10.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
70 mm
45 mm
Stroke
58.6 mm
40.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Carburetor
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Battery & Coil
Hidria Digital
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
Not Available

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

Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork Travel - 120 mm
Xact 35 Wp Upside Down Fork, Ø 35 mm, Travel - 215 mm
Suspension-Rear
Swingarm Travel - 90 mm
Xact Wp Mono Shock, Travel - 253.5 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
15 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
15 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
15 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
15 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-130/70-18, Rear :- 150/80-16
Front :-60/100-14, Rear :-80/100-12
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
53.5 kg
Seat height
735 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
1.2 L
Length*Width*Height
2250*785*1100 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1142 mm
Length
2250 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
150 mm
259 mm
Height
1100 mm
Not Available
Width
785 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
4.5 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
62 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
310 mm
198 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
180 mm

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

Frame Type
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Central Double Cradle Type Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
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
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Not Available
Tapered aluminum
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Dirt Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Not Available
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
36000
50000

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
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Kawasaki Eliminator Vs KTM 65 SX FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Eliminator vs KTM 65 SX?
The KTM 65 SX is cheaper than Kawasaki Eliminator by ₹69,500.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Eliminator vs KTM 65 SX?
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 STD version, 64.9 cc Petrol engine of 65 SX produces 11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm of power and 10.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque

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