Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs KTM 390 Adventure

Last Updated: August 22, 2026

KTM 390 Adventure price starts at Rs. 2.88 Lakh, which is Rs. 17.91 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, priced at Rs. 20.79 Lakh. On the performance front, the Ninja ZX-10R uses a 998cc engine producing 203 PS @ 13200 rpm and the 390 Adventure a 349.32cc engine producing 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja ZX-10R and 390 Adventure, the 390 Adventure is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Ninja ZX-10R stands out for performance.

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Ninja ZX-10R vs 390 Adventure Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RKTM 390 Adventure
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 20.79 LakhRs. 2.88 Lakh
Mileage 12 kmplNot Available
Engine 998 cc349.32 cc
Max power 203 PS @ 13200 rpm41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Kerb weight 207 Kg181 Kg

Ninja ZX-10R vs 390 Adventure Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R STDKTM 390 Adventure STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 20.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.88 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 203 PS @ 13200 rpm 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors
KTM 390 Adventure 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. 56,922 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 7,880 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,465 Ninja ZX-10R Insurance Rs. 13,530 390 Adventure Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Displacement
998 cc
349.32 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
203 PS @ 13200 rpm
41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Max Torque
114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm
33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
76 mm
89 mm
Stroke
55 mm
56.15 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
12 kmpl
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
230 PS/tonne
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
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
USD - Wheel Travel - 200 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
Monoshock - Wheel Travel - 205 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/55-17
Front :- 100/90-19Rear :-130/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Apollo
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
835 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2085*750*1185 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1470 mm
Length
2085 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
135 mm
228 mm
Height
1185 mm
Not Available
Width
750 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
207 Kg
181 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
330 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

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

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium
Trellis Frame
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
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
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
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
No
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
Cornering ABS
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
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
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

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KTM 390 Adventure
  • Is priced quite decently
  • Gets loads of features
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Misses out on adjustable suspension
  • Uncomfortable pillion seat experience
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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 KTM 390 Adventure FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs KTM 390 Adventure?
The KTM 390 Adventure is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R by ₹17.91 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs KTM 390 Adventure?
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 STD version, 349.32 cc Petrol engine of 390 Adventure produces 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm of power and 33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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