Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Kawasaki Z1100

Last Updated: August 13, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R price starts at Rs. 12.49 Lakh, which is Rs. 30,000 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Z1100, priced at Rs. 12.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja ZX-6R offers a claimed 23.6 kmpl, while the Z1100 delivers 17.85 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja ZX-6R uses a 636cc engine producing 124 PS @ 13000 rpm and the Z1100 a 1099cc engine producing 136 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja ZX-6R and Z1100, the Ninja ZX-6R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Z1100 stands out for performance.

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Ninja ZX-6R vs Z1100 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6RKawasaki Z1100
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.49 LakhRs. 12.79 Lakh
Mileage 23.6 kmpl17.85 kmpl
Engine 636 cc1099 cc
Max power 124 PS @ 13000 rpm136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 198 Kg221 Kg

Ninja ZX-6R vs Z1100 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R STDKawasaki Z1100 STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.49 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.79 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Max Power 124 PS @ 13000 rpm 136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Colors
Kawasaki Z1100 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 Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 34,197 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 35,019 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 37,439 Ninja ZX-6R Insurance Rs. 36,476 Z1100 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
250 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
636 cc
1099 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
124 PS @ 13000 rpm
136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
69 Nm @ 11000 rpm
113 Nm @ 7600 rpm
Bore
67 mm
77 mm
Stroke
45.1 mm
59 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
12.9:1
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)
23.6 kmpl
17.85 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic fork
Ø41 mm Inverted fork with compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Uni-Trak swingarm
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 136 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 :- 180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/50-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
200 kg
Seat height
830 mm
815 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.4 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2025*710*1105 mm3
2055*825*1085 mm3
Wheelbase
1400 mm
1440 mm
Length
2025 mm
2055 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
125 mm
Height
1105 mm
1085 mm
Width
710 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
198 Kg
221 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Perimeter, aluminium
Twin-tube aluminium
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
101 mm Trail
KCMF ( Kawasaki Cornering Management Function ), K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology), KIBS (including pitching control)
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports 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
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
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
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
  • Most powerful middleweight supersport in India
  • The new graphics look very elegant
  • Engine refinement is very impressive
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
  • Not as comfortable as its rivals
  • A bit more expensive compared to the competition
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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Vs Kawasaki Z1100 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Kawasaki Z1100?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is cheaper than Kawasaki Z1100 by ₹30,000.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Kawasaki Z1100?
For the STD version, 636 cc Petrol engine of Ninja ZX-6R produces 124 PS @ 13000 rpm of power and 69 Nm @ 11000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Z1100 produces 136 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 7600 rpm of torque

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