Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R Price starts at Rs. 8.79 Lakh which is Rs. 1.63 Lakh costlier than base model of Kawasaki Ninja 650 priced at Rs. 7.16 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Ninja 650 is 21 kmpl whereas the mileage of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is 24.18 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Ninja 650 is powered by 649 cc engine , while Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is powered by 399 cc engine. Kawasaki Ninja 650 is available in 1 different colours while Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Ninja 650 vs Ninja ZX-4R

Key Highlights Ninja 650 STDNinja ZX-4R STD
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 75 PS @ 14500 rpm

Ninja 650 vs Ninja ZX-4R Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 650 STDKawasaki Ninja ZX-4R STD
Rating
19 reviews
9 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 7.16 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 8.79 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 75 PS @ 14500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R Colors
Brakes Front Double Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
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. 19,604 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 24,067 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 35,340 Ninja 650 Insurance Rs. 31,633 Ninja ZX-4R Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Engine Displacement
649 cc
399 cc
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
75 PS @ 14500 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
37.6 Nm @ 12500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
83 mm
57 mm
Stroke
60 mm
39.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Digital
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
12.3:1

Brakes Front
Double Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
21 kmpl
24.18 kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70ZR17, Rear :-160/60ZR17
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-160/60-R17
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

Seat height
790 mm
800 mm
Length*Width*Height
2115*740*1145 mm3
1990*765*1110 mm3
Wheelbase
1410 mm
1380 mm
Length
2115 mm
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
135 mm
Height
1145 mm
1110 mm
Width
740 mm
765 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
196 Kg
189 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
290 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
220 mm

Additional Features
Lubrication - Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump, Rake - 24°, Trail - 100 mm
Lubrication - Forced lubrication, wet sump, Rake/Trail - 97 mm
Headlight
LED
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
...
Display
...
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Clock
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • No power loss in the BS6 guise
  • Now gets a 4.3-inch colour-TFT screen with smartphone connectivity
  • Shod with grippier Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres.
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension
  • radial brake calipers or electronic aids.

Is Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R Better Than Kawasaki Ninja 650?

61% users have chosen Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R over Kawasaki Ninja 650 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 90 users have also rated Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R and Kawasaki Ninja 650 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and features in your bike. But Kawasaki Ninja 650 is better on the grounds of comfort.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Ninja ZX-4R Ninja 650
Mileage 4.6 4.2
Performance 5.0 4.8
Comfort 4.6 4.8
Maintenance 4.6 3.7
Features 5.0 4.6
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. I am confused between Ninja 650 2020 KRT edition VS CBR 650R? Which one is better?
  • CBR650R makes more power and at higher RPM and makes slightly lesser torque. Ninja being a twin cylinder engine makes more torque at lower rpm although it makes lesser power. Ninja 650 is good for long distance cruising. CBR with the 4 cylinder engine gives a sporty riding experience and makes more top speed than Ninja 650.
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Kawasaki Ninja 650 Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Ninja 650 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your bike. But Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R?
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R by Rs. 1.63 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 650 produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 399 cc Petrol engine of Ninja ZX-4R produces 75 PS @ 14500 rpm of power and 37.6 Nm @ 12500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Ninja 650 has better performance.

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