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Aarav P.
Pune • Mar 2026
Owned 6 months
Daily smiles
Sharp throttle response, predictable brakes — exactly what I wanted from a daily motorcycle. Service interval is generous too.
About the bike
Ninja ZX-10R
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a WorldSBK-bred litre-class superbike with a 998cc inline-four producing 193 bhp. Race-ready electronics — KRTC traction control, launch control, bi-directional quickshifter and Showa Balance Free suspension — make it a lethal track machine with surprising everyday usability.
- 193 BHP
- 0-100 in 3.2 s
- Quickshifter
- Inline-4
Color customization
Pick your hue.
Cycle through the available finishes. Where we have official photography, swatches load the real car in that colour — otherwise we render a tinted preview.
Metallic Graphite Gray / Diablo Black
Real photo
Available shades
2 finishes
Selected colour does not affect price unless it's a premium-paint option. Confirm with the dealer at booking.
Key specifications
The numbers that matter.
Verified from the manufacturer's spec sheet. Real-world performance can vary with conditions and trim.
Engine
998cc Inline-4
Power
193 BHP @ 13000 rpm
Torque
112 Nm @ 11400 rpm
0 - 100 km/h
3.2 s
Top Speed
299 km/h
Mileage
19.5 km/l (claimed)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
6-spd Manual
Owner Rating
5.0 / 5
Pricing & variants
All 1 variants, both prices.
Toggle between ex-showroom and on-road pricing. Default city is Delhi — actual numbers vary by city and dealer.
Variant
Ex-showroom
On-road
Popular
Ninja ZX-10R Standard
Petrol • 6-spd
Showroom
₹20,79,000
On-road
₹23,61,368
On-road price is indicative and includes road tax, insurance, registration and handling. Final numbers depend on city, variant, and selected accessories.
Expert review
What our editor thinks.
Saira Khanna
Two-Wheel Editor, RideBuilders
Editor's score
4.4/ 5.0
A well-rounded motorcycle that delivers what the brochure promises. Strong fundamentals, predictable handling and a cabin of buttons that actually make sense — there's not much to complain about here.
- Confident at lean
- Refined fuelling
- Comfortable saddle
Pros & cons
The honest summary.
Everything we'd shout from the rooftop, and the niggles we'd wish away.
What we love
Pros
- Sharp, neutral handling
- Strong mid-range punch
- Build quality you can feel
- Solid after-sales network
Where it falls short
Cons
- Pricey optional kit
- Heat on the legs in traffic
- Mirrors could be better
Ratings & owner reviews
Verified by owners.
Overall rating
4.4/ 5.0
Based on 96 verified owner reviews
Performance
4.6
Comfort
4.0
Features
4.2
Value
4.1
Build
4.5
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Sneha R.
Bengaluru • Feb 2026
Owned 1 year
Composed long-haul
Did a 600 km weekend ride and the ergonomics are spot on. Wind protection at the screen could be better but otherwise brilliant.
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Devansh M.
Delhi • Jan 2026
Owned 2 years
Built to last
Two seasons in and not a single rattle. Paint and chrome still look new. Worth every rupee.
Frequently asked
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The questions we hear most about the Ninja ZX-10R, answered straight.
On-road price includes road tax, insurance and registration. The figure shown here is indicative for Delhi and is refreshed periodically.
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