Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM RC 390

KTM RC 390 Price starts at Rs. 3.23 Lakh which is Rs. 5,719 costlier than base model of Kawasaki Ninja 300 priced at Rs. 3.17 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Ninja 300 is 30 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM RC 390 is 29 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Ninja 300 is powered by 296 cc engine , while KTM RC 390 is powered by 373.27 cc engine. Kawasaki Ninja 300 is available in 3 different colours while KTM RC 390 comes with 4 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM RC 390 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Ninja 300 vs RC 390

Key Highlights Ninja 300 STDRC 390 STD
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 39 PS @ 11000 rpm 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm

Ninja 300 vs RC 390 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 300 STDKTM RC 390 STD
Rating
174 reviews
103 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.17 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.23 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 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 300 Colors
KTM RC 390 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
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. 8,679 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 8,836 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 15,990 Ninja 300 Insurance Rs. 22,541 RC 390 Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
296 cc
373.27 cc
Max Power
39 PS @ 11000 rpm
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
26.1 Nm @ 10000 rpm
37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
62 mm
89 mm
Stroke
49 mm
60 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
...
Compression Ratio
10.6:1
12.88:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Braking (60-0 kmph)
...
17.13m
Braking (80-0 kmph)
...
30.81m
Braking (100-0 kmph)
...
48.22m
Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
29 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
...
6.49s
Top Speed
182 kmph
169 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Peak Power
39 PS @ 11000 rpm
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
28 psi
29 psi

Seat height
780 mm
835 mm
Length*Width*Height
2015*715*1110 mm3
2145*760*830 mm3
Wheelbase
1405 mm
1340 mm
Length
2015 mm
2145 mm
Ground Clearance
140 mm
153 mm
Height
1110 mm
830 mm
Width
715 mm
760 mm
Fuel Capacity
17 Liters
13.7 Liters
Kerb Weight
179 Kg
172 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
780 mm
835 mm
Front Brake Diameter
290 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
230 mm

Additional Features
Heat Management Technology, Caliper Front And Rear - Dual Piston, Rake - 27°, Trail - 93 mm, Fuel Type / Minimum Octane Rating - Unleaded Petrol/RON91, Hard Alumite Coating Piston, Dual Throttle Valves. Lubrication - Forced lubrication, Wet Sump
Rider Aids - MTC, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS, Supermoto, Race Derived Technology
Call/SMS Alerts
...
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 8AH
Pilot Lamps
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Tube Diamond, Steel
Split Trellis Frame (Tubular), Sub Frame Newly Engineered Bolt On Subframe
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
...
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
...
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Handle Type
...
Adjustable
Tachometer
Analogue
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Analogue
Digital
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Stepup Seat
Low Oil Indicator
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
LED Projector
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs

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 RC 390
  • Added engine versatility leads to more excitement; Sharp handling doesn’t scare you silly; Relatively relaxed ergos makes it more accommodating and lends better bike control; Cornering ABS, traction control and quickshifter!
Kawasaki Ninja 300
  • Could use more power and torque, Feels quite barren in terms of features
KTM RC 390
  • Design is extremely polarising; Massive price hike compared to its predecessor; Fit and finish levels are sub-par

Is Kawasaki Ninja 300 Better Than KTM RC 390?

55% users have chosen Kawasaki Ninja 300 over KTM RC 390 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 704 users have also rated Kawasaki Ninja 300 and KTM RC 390 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Kawasaki Ninja 300 has out rated KTM RC 390 on all the rating factors.
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 RC 390 Ninja 300
Mileage 3.7 2.5
Performance 4.4 2.7
Comfort 4.6 3.4
Maintenance 3.3 2.3
Features 4.6 3.5
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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. Hi, I haven’t owned a bike yet but I am planning to but my first .. I am currently learning how to ride on the pulsar180 .. should I go for the rc 390 or apache 310 or any other one as I really love travelling .. but majorly I would ride in the city and occasionally hit the highway and might even go on long trips as I live in kashmir and the college that I have got in in New Delhi so it would be a bit your so pls suggest me a bike as I can’t reach on a decision .. I like Royal Enfield’s also but there power delivery is even less than the one I am currently owning .. my budget is around 3 lakhs .. pls suggest?
  • We would suggest you go for TVS Apache RR 310. TVS has done an incredible job in ironing out the sore spots of the Apache RR 310 with the BS6 update. It is loaded with tech, making it the most technologically advanced motorcycle in its class. The new prices are quite close to its fiercest rival -- the KTM RC 390. While it may lack the outright performance of the RC 390, the Apache RR 310 BS6 makes up for it by being a well-rounded machine that can do daily duties as well as corner carving or even touring, for that matter. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership..Read more:- TVS Apache RR 310 BS6 Road Test Review
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Kawasaki Ninja 300 Vs KTM RC 390 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM RC 390?
Kawasaki Ninja 300 has out rated KTM RC 390 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM RC 390?
The Kawasaki Ninja 300 is cheaper than KTM RC 390 by Rs. 5,719.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM RC 390?
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, 373.27 cc Petrol engine of RC 390 produces 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Ninja 300 has better performance.

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