Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250

Last Updated: October 31, 2026

Suzuki Gixxer 250 price starts at Rs. 1.86 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.80 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 250 delivers 38 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja 500 uses a 451cc engine producing 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Gixxer 250 a 250cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja 500 and Gixxer 250, the Gixxer 250 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Ninja 500 stands out for performance.

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Ninja 500 vs Gixxer 250 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja 500Suzuki Gixxer 250
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.66 LakhRs. 1.86 Lakh
Mileage 26.31 kmpl38 kmpl
Engine 451 cc250 cc
Max power 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Kerb weight 171 Kg156 Kg

Ninja 500 vs Gixxer 250 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 500 (2025)Suzuki Gixxer 250 STD
Rating
13 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Kawasaki Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.66 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.86 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8 Valve Parallel Twin DOHC 4-Stroke, 1-Cylinder, Oil Cooled
Max Power 45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Colors
Suzuki Gixxer 250 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. 15,497 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,355 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 26,086 Ninja 500 Insurance Rs. 11,816 Gixxer 250 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
190 kmph
130 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-Stroke, 1-Cylinder, Oil Cooled
Engine Displacement
451 cc
250 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm
26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm
Max Torque
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
22.2 Nm @ 7300 rpm
Bore
70 mm
76 mm
Stroke
58.6 mm
54.9 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
10.7:1

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 :-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
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
157 kg
Not Available
Seat height
785 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2.4 L
Length*Width*Height
1995*730*1120 mm3
2010*805*1035 mm3
Wheelbase
1375 mm
1340 mm
Length
1995 mm
2010 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
165 mm
Height
1120 mm
1035 mm
Width
730 mm
805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
171 Kg
156 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
12V / 6AH

Frame Type
Trellis, High-tensile Steel
Diamond
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
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
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual 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
Split
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
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Oil 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 / 2 Months
2nd Service
Not Available
4500-5000 Kms / 6 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
9500-10000 Kms / 1 Year

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 250
  • Comfortable in the city and on the highway, Big bike looks,Decent amount of features
Suzuki Gixxer 250
  • Brakes could be better, Headlight intensity is a little below average, Performance could be better compared to rivals
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What is the difference between the Suzuki Gixxer 250 and the Gixxer SF 250?
  • The Suzuki Gixxer 250 is a naked street bike, while the Gixxer SF 250 is a fully faired sports version with a more aggressive design. The SF 250 also offers better aerodynamics and additional features like a full front fairing and slightly more focused riding position.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 Vs Suzuki Gixxer 250 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250?
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 250?
The Suzuki Gixxer 250 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 500 by ₹3.80 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250?
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, 250 cc Petrol engine of Gixxer 250 produces 26.5 PS @ 9300 rpm of power and 22.2 Nm @ 7300 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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