KTM 1290 Super Adventure Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R comparison

Ex-Showroom Price

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₹ 22.74 Lakh

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₹ 19.78 Lakh

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the 1290 Super Adventure Vs Ninja ZX-10R on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

1290 Super Adventure Vs Ninja ZX-10R – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R in New Delhi starts at ₹ 19.78 Lakh. On the other hand, KTM 1290 Super Adventure price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 22.74 Lakh.

Summary	KTM 1290 Super Adventure	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Price	₹ 22.74 Lakh	₹ 19.78 Lakh
Manufacturer	KTM	Kawasaki
Body Type	Sports	Sports
Mileage	17.50 KM/L	15.00 KM/L
Power	160.00 bhp	193 bhp @ 13000 rpm bhp
Engine	1301.0 CC	998.0 CC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

1290 Super Adventure Vs Ninja ZX-10R – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R base engine returns 15 KM/L. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure base returns 18 KM/L.

1290 Super Adventure Vs Ninja ZX-10R – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the KTM 1290 Super Adventure comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, In-line Four
Engine CC	1301.0 CC	998.0 CC
Engine Power	160.00	193 Bhp @ 13000 Rpm
Max Torque	140.00	112 Nm @ 11400 Rpm
Top Speed	250 kmph	299 kmph
No. of Gears	6 Gears	6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2B
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Fuel Delivery	Keihin EMS With RBW And Cruise Control, Double Ignition	Fuel Injection
Starting Mechanism	Electric Starter	Self Start

Dimension and Weight

Length	2090 mm	2085 mm
Width	831 mm	750 mm
Height	1190 mm	1185 mm
Wheelbase	N/A	1450 mm
Ground Clearance	223 mm	135 mm
Kerb Weight	250 kg	207 kg
Seat Height	869 mm	835 mm
Chassis Type	Chrome-moly Tubular Space Frame, Powder-coated	Twin Spar, Cast Aluminium

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity	23.0 L	17.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity	N/A	2.6 L
Mileage	17.50 KM/L	15.00 KM/L
Overall Riding Range	402 km	255 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension	WP SAT (semi-active Technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 Mm	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	WP SAT (semi-active Technology) Shock Absorber	Horizontal Back-link, BFRC Lite Gas-charged Shock With Piggyback Reservoir
Front Brake Type	Disc	Dual Semi-Floating Brembo Disc
Front Disc/Drum Size	320 mm	330 mm
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Single Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	267 mm	220 mm
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR19	120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre	170/60 ZR17	190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W)
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy Wheels

Standard Features

Instrument Console	Digital Display	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Yes
Start Mechanism	Push-Button Start	Self Start
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes
Stand Indicator	Yes	No
Tripmeter Count		Yes
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Gear Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Service Reminder Indicator	Yes	No
Pillion Seat Type	Separate	Stepped
Remote Key	Yes	No
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Elegant Design		-
Fine-Atomising Injectors & Dual Throttle Valves		-
Heat Management Technology		-
Modern Instrumentation		-
Ninja Styling		-
World's Smallest ABS Unit		-
3-level Bosch ABS	-
8-level Ducati Traction Control	-
ABS	-
Adjustable Windshield	-
Ducati Multimedia System	-
Ducati Safety Pack	-
Ducati Traction Control	-
Full-LCD Instrument Panel	-
Headlight with DRL Function	-
High-performance Brembo Brake System	-
Power Modes	-
Ride By Wire	-
Öhlins electronic steering damper	-

Safety Features

Traction Control	Yes	Yes
ABS	Yes	Switchable ABS
Engine Kill Switch	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft	Yes	No

Electricals

Head Light	LED	LED
Tail Light	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	Yes	Yes
DRLs	Yes	Yes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
GPS & Navigation	Yes	Yes
USB Charging Port	Yes	No
SOS	Yes	No

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty	3 Years	2-year Or 30,000
Standard Vehicle Warranty	3 Years	2-year Or 30,000

Additonal Features

Dual Throttle Valves		-
Race-Derived Clutch Technology & Smoother Shift Feel		-
Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster		-
Aluminium twin-spar frame	-
BFRC lite	-
Kawasaki Engine Brake Control	-
KCMF (Kawasaki Cornering Management Function)	-
KQS (Kawasaki Quick Shifter-Dual Direction)	-
S-KTRC (Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control)	-

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