Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM RC 450

Choosing between the Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM RC 450? BikeJunction is here to help! The Ninja 500 starts at ₹ 5.76 Lakh, while the RC 450 is priced at ₹ 0 (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the Ninja 500 offers 42.6 Nm @ 7,500 rpm torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from Ninja 500 colour options for the 1. you will get a more extensive comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 500 and KTM RC 450, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM RC 450 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Ninja 500	RC 450
Price	₹ 5.76 Lakh	₹ 0
Displacement	451 CC	449.5 CC
Power	44.77 bhp @ 10,000 rpm	55.3bhp
Mileage	26.31 KMPL	35 KMPL
Top Speed	190 kmph	195 kmph

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Engine

Max Power Highest power the engine/motor can produce.	44.77 bhp @ 10,000 rpm	55.3bhp
Max Torque The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.	42.6 Nm @ 7,500 rpm	N/A
Compression Ratio Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.	11.3:1	N/A
Emission Type Pollution level compliance of the engine.	BS6.2	bs6-2.0
Engine Type Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin	N/A
Displacement Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.	451	449.5
Bore Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.	70 mm	N/A
No Of Cylinders	2	N/A
Stroke Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.	58.6 mm	N/A
Valve Per Cylinder Number of valves in each engine cylinder.	4	N/A
Min Charge	N/A	N/A
Max Charge	N/A	N/A

Speed

Top Speed

190 Km/h

195 Km/h

Tyres & Wheels

Tyre Size	Front: 110/70R17 M/C 54H/ Rear: 150/60 R17 M/C 66H	Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheelbase The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.	1375 mm	1340 mm
Radial Tyre A tyre with strong sidewalls and better grip, durability, and heat resistance.	Yes	N/A
Front Tyre Pressure Rider	28 psi	N/A
Front Tyre Pressure Rider And Pillion	32 psi	N/A
Rear Tyre Pressure Rider	28 psi	N/A
Rear Tyre Pressure Rider And Pillion	32 psi	N/A

Brakes

Abs (Anti-locking Braking System) Prevents wheel locking during hard braking, improving control and safety.	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel
Braking Type	Dual Channel ABS	N/A
Front Brake Diameter	310 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	220 mm	230 mm

Fuel

Fuel Supply	Fuel injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Capacity	14 L	10 L
Fuel Reserve	2.8 L	N/A

Body

Body Type The overall design and shape of the bike (e.g., cruiser, sports, scooter).	Sports Bike	Sports Bikes
Frame The main structure holding the bike together.	Trellis, high-tensile steel	Steel trellis frame, powder-coated
Dry Weight Bike’s weight without fuel and fluids.	157 Kg	147 Kg
Ground Clearance Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.	145 mm	178.5 mm
Height	1120 mm	N/A
Kerb Weight Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.	171 Kg	159.5 Kg
Length	1995 mm	2145 mm
Passenger Footrest A component which support foots of the passenger.	Yes	N/A
Saddle Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	N/A	820 mm
Seat Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	785 mm	N/A
Width	730 mm	760 mm

Electrical Accessories

Mobile Connectivity A feature to connect your phone to the two-wheeler's system.	Yes	N/A
Bluetooth Connectivity Wireless connection for calls, music, and navigation.	Yes	N/A
Usb Charging Port A USB slot to charge devices like phones.	Yes	N/A

Switches & Controls

Engine Kill Switch A button to instantly turn off the engine for safety and convenience.	Yes	N/A
Pass Switch A switch to flash the high beam, signaling other vehicles while overtaking.	Yes	N/A

Meter

Display A screen that shows important riding information like speed, fuel, and trip details.	5" LCD display	N/A
Instrument Console The main dashboard displaying speed, fuel, engine stats, and warnings.	Digital	N/A
Average Fuel Economy Indicator Displays the bike’s average fuel consumption over a period of riding.	Yes	N/A
Clock	Yes	N/A
Distance To Empty Indicator Estimates how far you can ride before the fuel runs out.	Yes	N/A
Real Time Mileage Indicator Displays current fuel consumption per kilometer.	Yes	N/A
Service Due Indicator Reminds when the next bike servicing or maintenance is needed.	Yes	N/A

Clutch & Gear

Clutch

A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.

Wet, multi disc

Anti hopping clutch mechanically operated

Lights

Head Light	LED	Projector
Drls	Yes	N/A

Battery

Battery Capacity

Total energy the battery can store.

12V / 8.6AH

N/A

Shockers

Suspension Front	Telescopic fork	WP Upside-Down Ø 43 mm
Suspension Rear	Bottom-link Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock, and spring preload adjustability	WP Monoshock

Seat

Stepup Seat

Yes

N/A

Others

Navigation A feature that provides turn-by-turn directions on the two-wheeler display or connected device.	Yes	N/A
Call Sms Alerts Notifies you of incoming calls or messages on the bike’s screen.	Yes	N/A