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Yamaha MT-15 Vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 comparison

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₹ 1.53 Lakh
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₹ 7.91 Lakh
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Yamaha MT-15 Vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the MT-15 Vs Ninja 650 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.

MT-15 Vs Ninja 650 – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Kawasaki Ninja 650 in New Delhi starts at ₹ 7.91 Lakh.

SummaryYamaha MT-15Kawasaki Ninja 650
Price₹ 1.53 Lakh₹ 7.91 Lakh
ManufacturerYamahaKawasaki
Body TypeSportsSports
Mileage48.00 KM/L21.00 KM/L
Power19.00 bhp67.07 bhp @ 8000 rpm bhp
Engine155.0 CC649.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

MT-15 Vs Ninja 650 – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 base engine returns 21 KM/L.

MT-15 Vs Ninja 650 – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 gets bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type N/A Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, Parallel Twin
Engine CC 155.0 CC649.0 CC
Engine Power 19.0067.07 Bhp @ 8000 Rpm
Max Torque 15.0062.1 Nm @ 6,700 Rpm
Top Speed N/A210 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard N/ABS6 Phase 2
Valves per Cylinder 14
Cooling System Liquid CooledLiquid Cooled
Fuel Delivery Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Starting Mechanism Self StartSelf Start

Dimension and Weight

Length 2020 mm2115 mm
Width 800 mm740 mm
Height 1070 mm1145 mm
Wheelbase 1335 mm1410 mm
Ground Clearance 155 mm130 mm
Kerb Weight 138 kg196 kg
Seat Height 810 mm790 mm
Chassis Type DeltaboxTrellis, High-tensile Steel

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity 11.0 L15.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity N/A2.3 L
Mileage 48.00 KM/L21.00 KM/L
Overall Riding Range N/A315 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork @ 41 Mm Diameter
Rear Suspension Swingarm (link Suspension) Horizontal Back-link Swingarm
Front Brake Type DiscDual Semi-floating Petal Discs
Front Disc/Drum Size 282 mm300 mm
Rear Brake Type DiscSingle Petal Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size 220 mm220 mm
Tyre Type N/ATubeless
Front Tyre 100/80-17M/C 52P (Tubeless)120/70-17 ZRI7M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre 140/70-17M/C 66H (Tubeless)160/60-17 ZRI7M/C (69W)
Wheel Type Alloy WheelsAlloy Wheels

Standard Features

Instrument Console-TFT Digital
Odometer-Digital
SpeedometerDigitalDigital
Fuel GaugeYesDigital
Start Mechanism-Self-Start
Hazard Warning Indicator-Yes
Stand Indicator-No
Tripmeter CountYestick
Tripmeter TypeDigitalDigital
TachometerDigitalDigital
Low Battery IndicatorYesYes
Gear IndicatorYesYes
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
ClockNoYes
Service Reminder Indicator-No
Pillion Seat Type-Step-Up Seat
Remote Key-No
Cruise Control-No
ABStick-
Dual Channel ABS-cross
Gear-Shift Timing Light-cross
Improved Windshield-tick
LCD Instrument Cluster-cross
Smartphone Connectivity-tick
TFT Colour Instrumentation-tick
USB Charging Option-cross
Variable Valves Actuation (VVA)-cross

Safety Features

Traction Control-No
ABS-Dual-Channel
Engine Kill SwitchYesYes
Anti-Theft-No

Electricals

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

Advanced Features

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

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty-2 Years
Standard Vehicle Warranty-3 Years

Additonal Features

Assist & Slipper Clutch-cross

Key Features

Bi Functional LED Headlightstick-
Negative LCD Displaywith Gear Shift Indicationtick-
Raised LED Tail Lighttick-

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