Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Triumph Scrambler 1200 X

Last Updated: October 14, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R price starts at Rs. 12.49 Lakh, which is Rs. 15,100 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Scrambler 1200 X, priced at Rs. 12.64 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja ZX-6R offers a claimed 23.6 kmpl, while the Scrambler 1200 X delivers 22.72 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja ZX-6R uses a 636cc engine producing 124 PS @ 13000 rpm and the Scrambler 1200 X a 1200cc engine producing 90 PS @ 7000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja ZX-6R and Scrambler 1200 X, the Ninja ZX-6R is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Ninja ZX-6R vs Scrambler 1200 X Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6RTriumph Scrambler 1200 X
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.49 LakhRs. 12.64 Lakh
Mileage 23.6 kmpl22.72 kmpl
Engine 636 cc1200 cc
Max power 124 PS @ 13000 rpm90 PS @ 7000 rpm
Kerb weight 198 Kg228 Kg

Ninja ZX-6R vs Scrambler 1200 X Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R STDTriumph Scrambler 1200 X Sapphire Black
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Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.49 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.64 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four Liquid-cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel-twin
Max Power 124 PS @ 13000 rpm 90 PS @ 7000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Colors
Triumph Scrambler 1200 X Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Aluminium rims
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 34,197 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 34,611 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 36,039 Ninja ZX-6R Insurance Rs. 36,259 Scrambler 1200 X Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
250 kmph
210 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Liquid-cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel-twin
Engine Displacement
636 cc
1200 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6-speed
Max Power
124 PS @ 13000 rpm
90 PS @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque
69 Nm @ 11000 rpm
110 Nm @ 4250 rpm
Bore
67 mm
97.6 mm
Stroke
45.1 mm
80 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
12.9:1
11:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
23.6 kmpl
22.72 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic fork
Marzocchi Non-adjustable USD forks 170mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
Uni-Trak swingarm
Marzocchi twin RSU’s with piggyback reservoir, preload adjustable. 170mm wheel travel

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 :-90/90 21, Rear :-150/70 R17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Aluminium rims

Seat height
830 mm
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.4 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2025*710*1105 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1400 mm
1525 mm
Length
2025 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
130 mm
Not Available
Height
1105 mm
1185 mm
Width
710 mm
834 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
198 Kg
228 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
255 mm

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

Frame Type
Perimeter, aluminium
Tubular steel
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
101 mm Trail
Exhaust - Brushed 2 into 2 exhaust system with brushed high level silencers, System - Ride by wire, multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, Rake / Trail - 26.2 º / 125 mm
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Scrambler 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
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
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 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Triumph Scrambler 1200 X?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is cheaper than Triumph Scrambler 1200 X by ₹15,100.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Triumph Scrambler 1200 X?
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 Sapphire Black version, 1200 cc Petrol engine of Scrambler 1200 X produces 90 PS @ 7000 rpm of power and 110 Nm @ 4250 rpm of torque

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