Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs KTM 890 Duke

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R price starts at Rs. 12.49 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.01 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 890 Duke, priced at Rs. 14.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja ZX-6R offers a claimed 23.6 kmpl, while the 890 Duke delivers 21.09 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja ZX-6R uses a 636cc engine producing 124 PS @ 13000 rpm and the 890 Duke a 889cc engine producing 121 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja ZX-6R and 890 Duke, the Ninja ZX-6R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 890 Duke stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Ninja ZX-6R vs 890 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6RKTM 890 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.49 LakhRs. 14.50 Lakh
Mileage 23.6 kmpl21.09 kmpl
Engine 636 cc889 cc
Max power 124 PS @ 13000 rpm121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 198 Kg171 Kg

Ninja ZX-6R vs 890 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R STDKTM 890 Duke R
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.49 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Max Power 124 PS @ 13000 rpm 121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Colors
KTM 890 Duke 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. 34,197 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,701 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 37,439 Ninja ZX-6R Insurance Rs. 38,968 890 Duke Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
250 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Engine Displacement
636 cc
889 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
124 PS @ 13000 rpm
121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
69 Nm @ 11000 rpm
99 Nm @ 7750 rpm
Bore
67 mm
90.7 mm
Stroke
45.1 mm
68.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Bosch Ems With Rbw
Compression Ratio
12.9:1
13.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
23.6 kmpl
21.09 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic fork
Wp Apex Ø 43 mm, Travel - 140 mm
Suspension-Rear
Uni-Trak swingarm
Wp Apex Monoshock, Travel - 150 mm

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

Dry Weight
Not Available
166 kg
Seat height
830 mm
834 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.4 L
3.5 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
184 kg
Length*Width*Height
2025*710*1105 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1400 mm
1482 mm
Length
2025 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
130 mm
206 mm
Height
1105 mm
Not Available
Width
710 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
198 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 10AH
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Perimeter, aluminium
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Frame Using The Engine As Stressed Element, Powder Coated (Subframe - Aluminium, powder coated )
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Track,Rain,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
101 mm Trail
Super Moto ABS
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
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Aluminium, tapered
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
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

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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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Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs KTM 890 Duke?
KTM 890 Duke is better on the grounds of comfort. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs KTM 890 Duke?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is cheaper than KTM 890 Duke by ₹2.01 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs KTM 890 Duke?
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 R version, 889 cc Petrol engine of 890 Duke produces 121 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 99 Nm @ 7750 rpm of torque

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