Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 5, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 18.48 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 YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja ZX-10R and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 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 YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 20.79 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 12 kmplNot Available
Engine 998 cc204 cc
Max power 203 PS @ 13200 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 207 Kg149 Kg

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Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
235 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 20.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 203 PS @ 13200 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
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. 6,333 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 48,135 Ninja ZX-10R Insurance Rs. 12,580 YZF-R2 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
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke In Line Four, DOHC
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
998 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
203 PS @ 13200 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
114.9 Nm @ 11400 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
76 mm
66 mm
Stroke
55 mm
59.6 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
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
12 kmpl
Not Available
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
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
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
Linked-Type Monocross

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 :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
835 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2085*750*1185 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1340 mm
Length
2085 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
170 mm
Height
1185 mm
1140 mm
Width
750 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
207 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
330 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
TFT Connectivity
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Track,Street,Rain
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
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System
Yamaha Ride Control
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
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
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
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
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
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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 Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R by ₹18.48 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
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, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has better performance.

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