Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster

Last Updated: August 30, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R price starts at Rs. 12.49 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.03 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster, priced at Rs. 13.52 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja ZX-6R offers a claimed 23.6 kmpl, while the Bonneville Speedmaster delivers 22.22 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja ZX-6R uses a 636cc engine producing 124 PS @ 13000 rpm and the Bonneville Speedmaster a 1200cc engine producing 78 PS @ 6100 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja ZX-6R and Bonneville Speedmaster, the Ninja ZX-6R is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Ninja ZX-6R vs Bonneville Speedmaster Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6RTriumph Bonneville Speedmaster
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.49 LakhRs. 13.52 Lakh
Mileage 23.6 kmpl22.22 kmpl
Engine 636 cc1200 cc
Max power 124 PS @ 13000 rpm78 PS @ 6100 rpm
Kerb weight 198 KgNot Available

Ninja ZX-6R vs Bonneville Speedmaster Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R STDTriumph Bonneville Speedmaster STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.49 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 13.52 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 78 PS @ 6100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Colors
Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-406.4 mm Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 34,197 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 37,006 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 36,039 Ninja ZX-6R Insurance Rs. 37,534 Bonneville Speedmaster Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
250 kmph
161 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
78 PS @ 6100 rpm
Max Torque
69 Nm @ 11000 rpm
106 Nm @ 4000 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
10.0:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic fork
Ø 47 mm Showa cartridge forks
Suspension-Rear
Uni-Trak swingarm
Mono-shock RSU with linkage and preload adjustment

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 :-MT 90-B16 Rear :-150/80-R16
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-406.4 mm Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
263 kg
Seat height
830 mm
705 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.4 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2025*710*1105 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1400 mm
1500 mm
Length
2025 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
130 mm
Not Available
Height
1105 mm
1055 mm
Width
710 mm
910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
198 Kg
Not Available
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
Charging at Home
Not Available
No
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Perimeter, aluminium
Tubular steel, twin cradle frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Rain,Road
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
System - Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, Exhaust - Chromed stainless steel 2 into 2 twin-skin exhaust system with chromed stainless silencers, Swingarm - Twin sided fabrication, Rake - 25.3º, Trail - 91.4 mm, Immobiliser - Immobiliser transponder built into the key, Rider Focused Technology
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
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

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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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Vs Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage in your bike. But Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster is better on the grounds of comfort and maintenance. On the basis of performance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is cheaper than Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster by ₹1.03 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster?
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, 1200 cc Petrol engine of Bonneville Speedmaster produces 78 PS @ 6100 rpm of power and 106 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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