Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: October 25, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 300 price starts at Rs. 3.34 Lakh, which is Rs. 12,778 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke R, priced at Rs. 3.47 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja 300 offers a claimed 30 kmpl, while the 390 Duke R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja 300 uses a 296cc engine producing 39 PS @ 11000 rpm and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja 300 and 390 Duke R, the 390 Duke R is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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Ninja 300 vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja 300KTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.34 LakhRs. 3.47 Lakh
Mileage 30 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 296 cc398.63 cc
Max power 39 PS @ 11000 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 179 Kg168.3 Kg

Ninja 300 vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 300 STDKTM 390 Duke R STD
Rating
174 reviews
144 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.34 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.47 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 39 PS @ 11000 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 300 Colors
KTM 390 Duke R 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
Rs. 9,145 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,495 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 14,306 Ninja 300 Insurance Rs. 22,891 390 Duke R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
182 kmph
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
296 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
39 PS @ 11000 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
26.1 Nm @ 10000 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
62 mm
89 mm
Stroke
49 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
10.6:1
12.71:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Ø37 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Bottom-link Uni-Trak, Gas-charged Shock And 5-way Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 132 mm
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
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
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
785 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4.5 L
3 L
Length*Width*Height
2015*715*1160 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1405 mm
1357 mm
Length
2015 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
140 mm
183 mm
Height
1160 mm
Not Available
Width
715 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
179 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
290 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular Diamond
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Rain,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Heat Management Technology
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
16000 Kms/240 Days
Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Ninja 300
  • Well priced compared to other twins, Creamy smooth engine
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Improved performance means this is the quickest bike in its segment
  • Brakes feel sharp and predictable
  • Adjustable suspension handles bad road well even in its stock setting
  • Lower seat height should make it more accessible to shorter riders
  • Feels super light on its feet and agile when changing directions
  • You can barely feel any engine heat, even in bumper to bumper traffic
  • Motor has become a lot smoother than before
Kawasaki Ninja 300
  • Could use more power and torque, Feels quite barren in terms of features
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Some of the panel gaps are a little too pronounced
  • H-rated Metzeler tyres feel a little squiggly when pushing the bike hard and the signature KTM orange colour option looks too garish in this model

Is KTM 390 Duke R Better Than Kawasaki Ninja 300?

66% users have chosen KTM 390 Duke R over Kawasaki Ninja 300 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 676 users have also rated KTM 390 Duke R and Kawasaki Ninja 300 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 KTM 390 Duke R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of performance, 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 390 Duke R Ninja 300
Mileage 3.9 3.7
Performance 4.5 4.4
Comfort 4.6 4.6
Maintenance 4.1 3.3
Features 4.7 4.6
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Kawasaki Ninja 300 Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better Kawasaki Ninja 300 or Royal Enfield Bullet 350?
  • Both bikes are good in their own forte, Kawasaki Ninja 300 is one of the most affordable bikes in the market you can buy with a parallel-twin engine. The Ninja 300’s USP was its butter-smooth parallel-twin heart. As expected, Kawasaki has tweaked the same 296cc, parallel-twin engine to meet the BS6 norms. The motor now makes 39PS and 26.1Nm, which is 0.9Nm less than the BS4 Ninja 300. We expect the motor to feel as refined as ever on the go, and more importantly, it’ll be better for the environment too. Despite its age, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 300 still remains a formidable supersport offering. On the other, the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 is more than just a motorcycle; it's a piece of motorcycling history. If you're drawn to its classic design, relaxed riding style, and the idea of owning a bike with a strong legacy, the Bullet 350 could be an excellent choice. However, it's essential to acknowledge that it might not match the performance or handling characteristics of more modern motorcycles. 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.
Q. Is this bike worth to buy?
  • Yes
  • Kawasaki Ninja 300 is one of the most affordable bikes in the market you can buy with a parallel-twin engine. The Ninja 300’s USP was its butter-smooth parallel-twin heart. As expected, Kawasaki has tweaked the same 296cc, parallel-twin engine to meet the BS6 norms. The motor now makes 39PS and 26.1Nm, which is 0.9Nm less than the BS4 Ninja 300. We expect the motor to feel as refined as ever on the go, and more importantly, it’ll be better for the environment too. Despite its age, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 300 still remains a formidable supersport offering. The baby Ninja has the dynamics of a comfortable tourer with its parallel-twin heart and with a few updates is loads of fun around the twisties or on a track. However, we feel Kawasaki has played it safe by not giving any additional features, which is a bit disappointing given the Rs 20,000 price hike. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which is the best bike between KTM RC390 and Kawasaki Ninja 300cc?
  • 300cc
  • Well, both bikes have their own perks. If you are looking for a lightweight bike with high-performance in terms of speed then you may choose to go with the RC 390. On the other hand, if your choice is to go with a bike that has the tough build quality and a reliable engine then Ninja 300 fits the bill. Moreover, we'd recommend taking a test ride of both the bikes for a better insight into the performance, comfort, and compatibility. Follow the link for dealership details - Bike Showrooms.
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Kawasaki Ninja 300 Vs KTM 390 Duke R FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of performance, comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
The Kawasaki Ninja 300 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹12,778.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
For the STD version, 296 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 300 produces 39 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 26.1 Nm @ 10000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of 390 Duke R produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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