Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Yamaha MT-03

Kawasaki Ninja 500 Price starts at Rs. 5.24 Lakh which is Rs. 64,100 costlier than base model of Yamaha MT-03 priced at Rs. 4.59 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Ninja 500 is 21 kmpl whereas the mileage of Yamaha MT-03 is 26.31 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Ninja 500 is powered by 451 cc engine , while Yamaha MT-03 is powered by 321 cc engine. Kawasaki Ninja 500 is available in 1 different colours while Yamaha MT-03 comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Yamaha MT-03 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Ninja 500 vs MT-03

Key Highlights Ninja 500 STDMT-03 STD
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC, 8 valves 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Max Power 45 PS @ 9000 rpm 42 PS @ 10750 rpm
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Ninja 500 vs MT-03 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 500 STDYamaha MT-03 STD
Rating
11 reviews
62 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.24 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 4.59 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC, 8 valves 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Max Power 45 PS @ 9000 rpm 42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Colors
Yamaha MT-03 Colors
Brakes Front 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
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 14,347 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 12,592 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 32,300 Ninja 500 Insurance Rs. 21,255 MT-03 Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC, 8 valves
4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Engine Displacement
451 cc
321 cc
Max Power
45 PS @ 9000 rpm
42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
70 mm
68 mm
Stroke
58.6 mm
44.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
TCI
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
11.2:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
21 kmpl
26.31 kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :- 140/70-17
Peak Power
45 PS @ 9000 rpm
42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
785 mm
780 mm
Length*Width*Height
1995*730*1120 mm3
2090*755*1070 mm3
Wheelbase
1375 mm
1380 mm
Length
1995 mm
2090 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
160 mm
Height
1120 mm
1070 mm
Width
730 mm
755 mm
Fuel Capacity
14 Liters
14 Liters
Kerb Weight
171 Kg
167 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
785 mm
780 mm
Front Brake Diameter
310 mm
298 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 7AH
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Diamond
ABS
...
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
...
Digital
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Yamaha MT-03
  • Looks aggressive and muscular
  • Engine offers good refinement and smooth power delivery
  • The light weight and low seat height makes the MT-03 a very approachable motorcycle
Yamaha MT-03
  • Engine lacks outright punch to make this a fun motorcycle in the city
  • Lack of features makes it a bit too old-fashioned in the segment
  • Being a direct import
  • prices will be high.

Is Yamaha MT-03 Better Than Kawasaki Ninja 500?

67% users have chosen Yamaha MT-03 over Kawasaki Ninja 500 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 111 users have also rated Yamaha MT-03 and Kawasaki Ninja 500 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 has out rated Yamaha MT-03 on all the rating factors.
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 500 MT-03
Mileage 0.6 3.8
Performance 0.7 3.8
Comfort 4.8 5.0
Maintenance 0.6 3.8
Features 4.9 5.0
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which would be better in price and performance between Yamaha MT 03, KTM Duke390 and BMW G310R?
  • Go for duke 390 because low maintenance cost but bad mileage and it has super top speed I have crossed 170 and its 2020 model
Q. I wish to buy a street bike. I’m short and I have selected 4 bikes. I am single so I need to pick my mother and father may be, so which bike is good for a pillion rider? My dream bikes are BMW G310R, Honda CB300R, Benelli TNT 300 or Yamaha MT 03.
  • Blindly go for triumph speed 440 , if you are not short i would have recommended triumph scram 400x....these two are loaded with every features and best bikes with amazing and unbelievably cheap exshowroom price
  • Hi , are the parts reliable enough to pass on the bike to next generation?
  • Don't go for Benali... Spares not available. You can Trust Yamaha & Honda. BMW service cost is to high... No free service. Minimum service cost starts rs.6000/-
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Q. Gd eve team, which is best, NINJA 300 or Yamaha MT 03? Let me know on what basis you're listing your options, whether you see BHP , NM or Mileage? I am curious to know about TVS zeppelin also, your comment on that please.
  • Hello Vivek, The Yamaha MT-03 has not been launched in India yet, and is unlikely to enter the country any time soon. The Ninja 300 on the other hand has been heavily localised with competitive pricing. It's a good all-rounder with a decent balance of efficiency and power. The TVS Zeppelin is just in its concept stage as of now. We believe TVS will take at least a year to bring the Zeppelin to production. Even then, it is likely to have only a small-capacity motor as the brand- known for sporty motorcycles would just be testing waters with a cruiser.
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 Vs Yamaha MT-03 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Yamaha MT-03?
Kawasaki Ninja 500 has out rated Yamaha MT-03 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Yamaha MT-03?
The Yamaha MT-03 is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 500 by Rs. 64,100.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Yamaha MT-03?
For the STD version, 451 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 500 produces 45 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 321 cc Petrol engine of MT-03 produces 42 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Ninja 500 has better performance.

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