Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Moto Morini X-Cape

Last Updated: September 7, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 500 price starts at Rs. 5.66 Lakh, which is Rs. 74,000 cheaper than the base variant of Moto Morini X-Cape, priced at Rs. 6.40 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja 500 offers a claimed 26.31 kmpl, while the X-Cape delivers 23.92 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja 500 uses a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm and the X-Cape a 649cc engine producing 60.83 PS @ 8250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja 500 and X-Cape, the Ninja 500 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the X-Cape stands out for performance.

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Ninja 500 vs X-Cape Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja 500Moto Morini X-Cape
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.66 LakhRs. 6.40 Lakh
Mileage 26.31 kmpl23.92 kmpl
Engine 451 cc649 cc
Max power 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm60.83 PS @ 8250 rpm
Kerb weight 171 Kg215 Kg

Ninja 500 vs X-Cape Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)Moto Morini X-Cape STD
Rating
13 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Moto Morini
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 6.40 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC Inline 2 Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled, 8 Valve, DOHC
Max Power 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm 60.83 PS @ 8250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Colors
Moto Morini X-Cape Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 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. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 17,523 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 26,086 Ninja 500 Insurance Rs. 27,164 X-Cape Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
190 kmph
175 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
Inline 2 Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled, 8 Valve, DOHC
Engine Displacement
451 cc
649 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
60.83 PS @ 8250 rpm
Max Torque
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
54 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
70 mm
83 mm
Stroke
58.6 mm
60 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
11.2 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
26.31 kmpl
23.92 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
6.07s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
17.30 mm
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
23.92 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
30.31 mm
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
46.68 mm
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
4.53 secs
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
5.59 secs
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Marzocchi Inverted Forks With Pre Load, Compression And Rebound Adjustment
Suspension-Rear
Bottom Link Uni-Trak, Gas Charged Shock, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
KYB Monoshock With Pre Load And Rebound Adjustment

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/80-19, Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
157 kg
Not Available
Seat height
785 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1995*730*1120 mm3
2200*900*1390 mm3
Wheelbase
1375 mm
1480 mm
Length
1995 mm
2200 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
175 mm
Height
1120 mm
1390 mm
Width
730 mm
900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
18 L
Kerb Weight
171 Kg
215 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
298 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
255 mm

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

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

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
36000
Not Available
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Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Moto Morini X-Cape?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Ninja 500 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 Ninja 500 vs Moto Morini X-Cape?
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 is cheaper than Moto Morini X-Cape by ₹74,000.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Moto Morini X-Cape?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of X-Cape produces 60.83 PS @ 8250 rpm of power and 54 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Ninja 500 has better performance.

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