Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer

Last Updated: November 15, 2026

Suzuki Gixxer price starts at Rs. 1.37 Lakh, which is Rs. 4.29 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja 500, priced at Rs. 5.66 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja 500 offers a claimed 26.31 kmpl, while the Gixxer delivers 38 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja 500 uses a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Gixxer a 155cc engine producing 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja 500 and Gixxer, the Gixxer is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Ninja 500 stands out for performance.

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Ninja 500 vs Gixxer Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja 500Suzuki Gixxer
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.66 LakhRs. 1.37 Lakh
Mileage 26.31 kmpl38 kmpl
Engine 451 cc155 cc
Max power 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 171 Kg141 Kg

Ninja 500 vs Gixxer Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)Suzuki Gixxer STD
Rating
13 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Kawasaki Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.37 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC 4-Cycle, 1- Cylinder, Air Cooled
Max Power 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Colors
Suzuki Gixxer 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 Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,953 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 26,720 Ninja 500 Insurance Rs. 13,222 Gixxer Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
190 kmph
115 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC
4-Cycle, 1- Cylinder, Air Cooled
Engine Displacement
451 cc
155 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
13.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
70 mm
56 mm
Stroke
58.6 mm
62.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
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
9.8:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Bottom Link Uni-Trak, Gas Charged Shock, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
Swing Arm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 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
795 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2.4 L
Length*Width*Height
1995*730*1120 mm3
2020*800*1035 mm3
Wheelbase
1375 mm
1335 mm
Length
1995 mm
2020 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
160 mm
Height
1120 mm
1035 mm
Width
730 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
171 Kg
141 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
266 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
12V / 3AH

Frame Type
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
Diamond
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD Connectivity
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Suzuki Ride Connect
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports 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
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
3500-4000 Kms/120-135 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
7500-8000 Kms/240-255 Days
4th Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
36000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Suzuki Gixxer
  • The motorcycle looks very muscular , Has brilliant handling characteristics
Suzuki Gixxer
  • Ride quality is harsh, Headlight is not bright enough
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 Vs Suzuki Gixxer FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer?
The Suzuki Gixxer is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 500 by ₹4.29 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer?
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, 155 cc Petrol engine of Gixxer produces 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 13.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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