Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Kawasaki Z900

Last Updated: September 15, 2026

Kawasaki Z900 price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.21 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX, priced at Rs. 12.20 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja 1000SX offers a claimed 17 kmpl, while the Z900 delivers 20.83 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja 1000SX uses a 1043cc engine producing 142 PS @ 10000 rpm and the Z900 a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja 1000SX and Z900, the Z900 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Ninja 1000SX stands out for performance.

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Ninja 1000SX vs Z900 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja 1000SXKawasaki Z900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.20 LakhRs. 9.99 Lakh
Mileage 17 kmpl20.83 kmpl
Engine 1043 cc948 cc
Max power 142 PS @ 10000 rpm125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 238 Kg212 Kg

Ninja 1000SX vs Z900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX ABS BS6Kawasaki Z900 Base
Rating
20 reviews
30 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.20 Lakh Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-line Four Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Max Power 142 PS @ 10000 rpm 125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z900 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 Not Available
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 33,516 Z900 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
195 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-line Four
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
1043 cc
948 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
142 PS @ 10000 rpm
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
111 Nm @ 8000 rpm
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
77 mm
73.4 mm
Stroke
56 mm
56 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.8:1
11.8:1

Front Brake
Not Available
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Not Available
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

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

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Ø 41 mm Inverted Fork With Rebound Damping And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Horizontal Back Link, Gas Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-ZR17, Rear :-190/50-ZR17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
192 kg
Seat height
835 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
2100*825*1190 mm3
2065*830*1075 mm3
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1450 mm
Length
2100 mm
2065 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
145 mm
Height
1190 mm
1075 mm
Width
825 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 Liters
17 L
Kerb Weight
238 Kg
212 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
250 mm
250 mm

Additional Features
Lubriation - Forced lubrication, wet sump, Rake - 24.0°, Trail - 98 mm, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Tail Lights
Yes
Not Available
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Not Available
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Display
4.3 Inch TFT
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Not Available
Tripmeter
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms
2nd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms
3rd Service
Not Available
24000 Kms
4th Service
Not Available
36000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000
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Q. Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX or Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
  • The Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is the Japanese brand’s liter-class sports tourer. It features a fully-faired bodywork akin to a supersport motorcycle. However, the ergonomics are comfortable enough for both city riding and relaxed touring. For optimum control, the motorcycle gets electronic rider aids such as Full/Low power mode, a three-mode traction control system, four riding modes with electronic cruise control and ride-by-wire, and cornering ABS. On the other hand, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a liter-class track machine, the Ninja ZX-10R has won three World Superbike Championships in a row. Thanks to its racing credentials, the motorcycle is one of the most highly sought-after machines in its segment. The peak torque of 113.5Nm arrives at 11,500rpm. The engine works in conjunction with Bosch’s 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit that communicates with a range of assorted rider aids. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read more -Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10R.
Q. Should I buy Ninja 1000SX or Ninja 650?
  • Both bikes come in different price ranges. Kawasaki has done a smashing job of making the Ninja 650 a whole lot sportier than before. This sporty vibe stems from its Ninja ZX-6R-inspired looks and builds further with the revv-happy motor that surrounds you with a lovely raspy soundtrack. The suspension setup too is well-tuned to tackle bad tarmac stretches. There are a few drawbacks like the erratic ABS intervention, low ground clearance and tyres that don’t perform too well in wet conditions. The latter two can be solved by taking extreme precaution over oversized speed humps and by swapping out the tyres for something grippier. The ABS calibration issue can be a bit unnerving but you will have to pay more heed when grabbing the brakes. As a whole though, the Ninja 650 BS6 certainly appeals to both the mind as well as the heart, making it a good option for someone who wants to go out there and buy their first proper big bike. On the other hand, If budget is not a issue and looking for a better power performance at a price and often go for long rides, Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX would be a good option. However, it is a bit heavier side and a bit difficult to handle in narrow roads or in city conditions. Apart from it, it offers better feature list, riding modes and better road grip. Also, it is the cheapest bike in its segment that delivers 142 PS/111 Nm. You may compare both bikes accordingly. Do take a test ride in order to get better clarity. Check out authorised dealership details.
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Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Vs Kawasaki Z900 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Kawasaki Z900?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Kawasaki Z900 is better on the grounds of performance.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Kawasaki Z900?
The Kawasaki Z900 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX by ₹2.21 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Kawasaki Z900?
For the ABS BS6 version, 1043 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 1000SX produces 142 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 111 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Base version, 948 cc Petrol engine of Z900 produces 125 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX has better performance.

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