2 colours · pick one to see it

Kawasaki

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Sport Motorcycle · Petrol

203 PS
Power
114.9 Nm
Torque

Variant

1 variant
Ex-showroom · Ninja ZX-10R ₹20.79 Lakh
Compare
Share

The Spec'd take

Why it stands out

  • 998cc inline-four with ram air makes it genuinely one of the most powerful production superbikes sold in India
  • Real MotoGP-derived electronics package (launch control, cornering ABS) brings genuine racetrack-grade technology

Worth knowing

  • At over Rs 22 lakh, it is a genuinely low-volume halo model, not a mainstream purchase
  • Real ownership costs (service, parts) run meaningfully higher than mainstream Indian brands

Performance

Ninja ZX-10R
203PS
114.9Nm
GearboxManual

Engine

998cc
Fuel tank17 L
Liquid Cooled6-Speed Manual, 1-down 5-upWet multiplate, manual

Rider safety

Dual-channel ABSTraction controlRiding modesCruise control
Front disc330 mm
Rear brake220 mm

Rider fit

Seat height835 mm
Kerb weight207 kg
Wheelbase1,450 mm
Fuel tank17 L

Price

Ninja ZX-10R
₹20.79 Lakh
Ex-showroom
On-road, Mumbai₹23.79 Lakh
EMI, 20% down, 5 years₹34,930 / month

Loan at 9.5% a year. Insurance in the on-road figure is an estimate.

Cockpit & tech

  • Display4.2-inch TFT color digital
  • ConnectivityBluetooth Connectivity
  • NavigationNavigation
  • Quickshifterstandard, bidirectional
  • HeadlightLED projector

Dimensions

1,450 mm2,085 mm1,185 mm
Length2,085 mm
Width750 mm
Height1,185 mm
Wheelbase1,450 mm
Kerb weight207 kg

Photos

7 photosExterior, Lifestyle, 2 colours

The Spec'd real-world audit

Safety
Dual-channel ABS

Vehicle Details

Variant / Tune Standard

Engine & Transmission

Displacement (cc) 998 cc
Engine Type Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, In-Line Four, DOHC, 16 Valves
Max Power 193 bhp @ 13,000 rpm, up to 203 PS with Ram Air @ 13,200 rpm per other sources
Max Torque 112-114.9 Nm @ 11,400 rpm, sources vary slightly
Bore x Stroke 76 mm x 55 mm
Compression Ratio 13.0:1
Cooling Liquid Cooled
Gearbox 6-Speed Manual, 1-down 5-up
Clutch Wet multiplate, manual
Drive Type Chain Drive

Brakes & Wheels

Front Brake Type & Diameter Dual Disc, 330 mm, 4-piston
Rear Brake Type & Diameter Disc, 220 mm, 1-piston
ABS/CBS Type Dual Channel, switchable
Wheel Type Alloy, 17-inch
Front Tyre Size 120/70-17
Rear Tyre Size 190/55-17, radial, tubeless

Suspension & Chassis

Front Suspension 43 mm inverted Balance Free Fork (BFF), external compression chamber, compression/rebound/preload adjustable, 120mm travel
Rear Suspension Horizontal back-link, BFRC-lite gas-charged shock, piggyback reservoir, compression/rebound/preload adjustable, 115mm travel
Frame Type Twin spar, cast aluminium
Wheelbase (mm) 1,450 mm
Ground Clearance (mm) 135 mm

Dimensions

Length (mm) 2,085 mm
Width (mm) 750 mm
Height (mm) 1,185 mm
Seat Height (mm) 835 mm
Kerb Weight (kg) 207 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) 17 litres, 2.6 litre reserve

Instrument Cluster

Display Type 4.2-inch TFT color digital
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes
Navigation Yes
USB Charging Sources disagree, one says no, others say yes

Safety & Convenience

Riding Modes Rain, Road, Sport, Configurable Rider
Traction Control Yes, levels not specified
Quickshifter Yes, standard, bidirectional
Cruise Control Yes, plus Launch Control

Lights

Headlight LED projector
Taillight LED
Turn Indicators LED, DRLs present

Seat & Storage

Seat Type Split, stepped pillion
Under-Seat Storage No

Source Notes / Discrepancies

Source Notes / Discrepancies Imported as SKD kits and assembled at Chakan, which cut roughly Rs 6 lakh off the earlier CBU price and briefly made it the most affordable litre-class superbike in India (Autocar India, Team-BHP, ZigWheels). Only the ZX-10R is in the current lineup; the ZX-10RR launched alongside it is no longer listed by BikeWale, BikeDekho or Autocar India. Currently Rs 20.79 lakh with a Rs 2.89 lakh manufacturer discount noted by BikeWale.

On-road price

Ex-showroom price plus RTO road tax and insurance for your city.

Estimate only. Actual RTO tax, insurance and accessory costs vary by dealer and change with government notifications, so always confirm the final on-road price with your dealer.

Or see the full breakdown for a specific city:

Mumbai, Maharashtra Pune, Maharashtra New Delhi Bengaluru, Karnataka Chennai, Tamil Nadu Hyderabad, Telangana

Daily running cost

5-year cost to own

Purchase price plus 5 years of fuel and maintenance, minus estimated resale value.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R: quick answers

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R price in India starts at ₹20.79 Lakh ex-showroom, about ₹22.96 Lakh on-road in New Delhi.

Read more Read less

What is the on-road price of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?

It starts at about ₹22.96 Lakh in New Delhi, with road tax and insurance included. Elsewhere: Mumbai ₹23.79 Lakh, Pune ₹23.79 Lakh, Chennai ₹23.79 Lakh, Bengaluru ₹25.04 Lakh, Hyderabad ₹25.04 Lakh.

What brakes does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R use?

Dual-channel ABS, according to its spec sheet.

What are the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R's main rivals?

The Ducati Panigale V2, Aprilia RS 660 and Suzuki Hayabusa. See it side by side with the Ducati Panigale V2.

It also makes these lists