2024 Yamaha R3 Vs 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500: Kawasaki, a renowned manufacturer of premium motorcycles, has introduced the latest model, the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500, in the Indian market.
Its design closely resembles that of the Ninja 400, featuring a sharper and sleeker appearance. Available in a standard variant, it comes in the color Metallic Spark Black.
This motorcycle made its debut at EICMA 2023. Built on a lightweight trellis frame, the Ninja 500 is set to replace the Ninja 400 within Kawasaki’s lineup of mid-range bikes.
In the Indian market, this motorcycle will rival the 2024 Yamaha R3. Therefore, if you’re considering purchasing either of these bikes, we’ve provided a comparison between these two sporty motorcycles.
2024 Yamaha R3 Vs 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500: Design
2024 Yamaha R3 is built on a diamond frame and may get a 2 paint works Blue and Black, side-slung exhaust system, LED taillights and muscular fuel tank with split-style seats on the top. The bike has a digital LCD instrument cluster which supports Bluetooth connectivity, bi-functional LED headlight and mixed metal alloys wheels.
2024 Kawasaki NinjaΒ features an aggressive facade with a sporty look, incorporating signature split headlamp setup. Additionally, it includes a small windscreen, sharp-cut and creased front fender and fairing, swept-up tail section, split seat, and clip-on handlebars.
The latest bike comes with an LCD instrument cluster that comes with Bluetooth connectivity. It can be paired with a smartphone.
2024 Yamaha R3 Vs 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500: Engine
The 2024 Yamaha R3 is equipped with a 321cc liquid-cooled DOHC engine compliant with BS6 phase-II standards. It can deliver a maximum power output of 40.4hp at 10,750rpm and peak torque of 29.4Nm at 9,000rpm.
On the other hand, the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 boasts a brand-new 451cc parallel-twin engine that generates 45bhp of power at 9,000rpm and 42.6Nm of torque at 6,000rpm. This engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch function.
2024 Yamaha R3 Vs 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500: Features
Yamaha R3 has been equipped with telescopic front forks and a rear monoshock suspension. It comes with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels with optional ABS. R3 has a fully digital instrument cluster with a tachometer, speedometer, fuel gauge, and more.
On the Other hand, 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 is equipped with conventional front forks and a rear monoshock suspension. Also, it comes with disc brakes on both wheels with optional ABS. It has an analog tachometer and speedometer with digital displays for other information.
2024 Yamaha R3 Vs 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500: Which bike is best for you?
Yamaha has launched this bike at starting price of 4.64 lakh (ex-showroom). It will come to India in Complete built unit root. Kawasaki Ninja 500 price in the Indian market is 5.24 lakh rupees. It will compete with the Yamaha R3 and the Aprilia RS457.
Overall, both bikes offer sporty designs, capable engines, and modern features, but the Kawasaki Ninja 500 has slightly more power and torque compared to the Yamaha R3.