Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Kawasaki Z900

Last Updated: October 30, 2026

Kawasaki Z900 price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 10.80 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, priced at Rs. 20.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja ZX-10R offers a claimed 12 kmpl, while the Z900 delivers 20.83 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja ZX-10R uses a 998cc engine producing 203 PS @ 13200 rpm and the Z900 a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja ZX-10R and Z900, the Z900 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Ninja ZX-10R stands out for performance.

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Ninja ZX-10R vs Z900 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RKawasaki Z900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 20.79 LakhRs. 9.99 Lakh
Mileage 12 kmpl20.83 kmpl
Engine 998 cc948 cc
Max power 203 PS @ 13200 rpm125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 207 Kg212 Kg

Ninja ZX-10R vs Z900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R STDKawasaki Z900 (2026)
Rating
239 reviews
31 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 20.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Max Power 203 PS @ 13200 rpm 125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors
Kawasaki Z900 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. 56,922 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,465 Ninja ZX-10R Insurance Rs. 33,516 Z900 Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
195 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
998 cc
948 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
203 PS @ 13200 rpm
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
Bore
76 mm
73.4 mm
Stroke
55 mm
56 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Digital
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
11.8:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
12 kmpl
20.83 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Estimated Mileage
10-15 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø43 mm, Inverted Balance Free fork with external compression chamber, compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustability, and top-out springs, Travel - 120 mm
Ø 41 mm Inverted Fork With Rebound Damping And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-link, BFRC lite gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, compression and rebound damping, spring preload adjustability, and top-out spring, Travel - 115 mm
Horizontal Back Link, Gas Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/55-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
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
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
192 kg
Seat height
835 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
2085*750*1185 mm3
2065*830*1075 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1450 mm
Length
2085 mm
2065 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
145 mm
Height
1185 mm
1075 mm
Width
750 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
207 Kg
212 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
330 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
250 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
Not Available
Projector head light
Yes
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
TFT Connectivity
TFT
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
Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms
2nd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms
3rd Service
Not Available
24000 Kms
4th Service
Not Available
36000 Kms

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

Is Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Better Than Kawasaki Z900?

53% users have chosen Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R over Kawasaki Z900 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 459 users have also rated Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Kawasaki Z900 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 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, maintenance and features in your bike. But Kawasaki Z900 is better on the grounds of safety. On the basis of performance and comfort 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 Ninja ZX-10R Z900
Mileage 4.0 3.5
Performance 4.8 4.7
Comfort 4.5 4.5
Maintenance 4.0 3.3
Safety 0.1 0.4
Features 4.7 4.3
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is the best bike Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10R or BMW S 1000 RR?
  • The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a liter-class track machine, the Ninja ZX-10R has won three World Superbike Championships in a row. Thanks to its racing credentials, the motorcycle is one of the most highly sought-after machines in its segment. On the other hand, BMW S 1000 RR is a great Streetfighter bike in this segment, the S 1000 RR might have lost its sharper styling but it is narrower than before, with a smaller fuel tank as well. This has made the bike easier to straddle and easier to lock yourself onto while cornering. The bike is surprisingly comfortable for a superbike with plenty of room in the saddle. 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. What is the different between ZX10R and R1 ? while ZX10R cost only 14 lakhs and R1 cost 20 ?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict now because Yamaha YZF R1 is not launched yet. So we would suggest you wait for the launch of the Yamaha YZF R1. Stay tuned for further updates.
Q. Which is good to buy between Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Yamaha YZF R1?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as the Yamaha YZF R1 is yet to make its debut in the BS6 era. The Yamaha YZF-R1 is powered by a 998cc, in-line four, liquid-cooled engine which makes 200PS power. The ECU is programmed with five different types of control systems, including traction control, slide control, launch control and quick shifter. On the other hand, the Ninja ZX-10R has undergone a massive styling change for 2021. The motorcycle now gets the Ninja H2-inspired front fascia, just like most other Ninja series bikes. Its 998cc motor still pushes out 213PS and 115Nm, making sure it doesn't lose its membership from the elite 200 PS club. Revisions to the gearbox and final drive are said to make the bike even more livelier. 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.
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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Vs Kawasaki Z900 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Kawasaki Z900?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, maintenance and features in your bike. But Kawasaki Z900 is better on the grounds of safety. On the basis of performance and comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Kawasaki Z900?
The Kawasaki Z900 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R by ₹10.80 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Kawasaki Z900?
For the STD version, 998 cc Petrol engine of Ninja ZX-10R produces 203 PS @ 13200 rpm of power and 114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2026) version, 948 cc Petrol engine of Z900 produces 125 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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