Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200

Last Updated: November 7, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R price starts at Rs. 20.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 96,900 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Speed Triple 1200, priced at Rs. 21.76 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja ZX-10R offers a claimed 12 kmpl, while the Speed Triple 1200 delivers 18.18 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja ZX-10R uses a 998cc engine producing 203 PS @ 13200 rpm and the Speed Triple 1200 a 1160cc engine producing 180 PS @ 10750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja ZX-10R and Speed Triple 1200, the Ninja ZX-10R is the better pick for performance, while the Speed Triple 1200 stands out for mileage.

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Ninja ZX-10R vs Speed Triple 1200 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RTriumph Speed Triple 1200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 20.79 LakhRs. 21.76 Lakh
Mileage 12 kmpl18.18 kmpl
Engine 998 cc1160 cc
Max power 203 PS @ 13200 rpm180 PS @ 10750 rpm
Kerb weight 207 KgNot Available

Ninja ZX-10R vs Speed Triple 1200 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R STDTriumph Speed Triple 1200 RS
Rating
239 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 20.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 21.76 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 203 PS @ 13200 rpm 180 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 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 Cast Aluminium
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 56,922 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 59,576 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 48,135 Ninja ZX-10R Insurance Rs. 49,547 Speed Triple 1200 Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
998 cc
1160 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
203 PS @ 13200 rpm
180 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm
128 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Bore
76 mm
90.0 mm
Stroke
55 mm
60.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain chain
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
13.2:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
12 kmpl
18.18 kmpl
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
Öhlins 43mm fully adjustable USD forks, 120mm travel, SmartEC3 OBTi system electronic compression / rebound damping
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
Öhlins monoshock RSU with linkage, 120mm rear wheel travel, SmartEC3 OBTi system electronic compression / rebound damping

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 :- 120/70-17, Rear :-190/55-17
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
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Cast Aluminium

Dry Weight
Not Available
199 kg
Seat height
835 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2085*750*1185 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1445 mm
Length
2085 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
135 mm
Not Available
Height
1185 mm
1089 mm
Width
750 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
15.5 L
Kerb Weight
207 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
330 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Li-ion
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
Not Available
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium
Aluminium twin spar frame, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Digital Display Type
TFT Connectivity
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
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Track,Rain,Road,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
Not Available
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
Rake - 23.9º, Trail - 104.7 mm
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
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
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
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
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
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

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

Is Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Better Than Triumph Speed Triple 1200?

65% users have chosen Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R over Triumph Speed Triple 1200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 422 users have also rated Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Triumph Speed Triple 1200 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features 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 Speed Triple 1200
Mileage 4.0 3.4
Performance 4.8 5.0
Comfort 4.5 4.6
Maintenance 4.0 3.0
Features 4.7 5.0
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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 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is cheaper than Triumph Speed Triple 1200 by ₹96,900.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200?
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 RS version, 1160 cc Petrol engine of Speed Triple 1200 produces 180 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 128 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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