Kawasaki has finally launched the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 300 in India with a starting price tag of Rs.3.18 Lakhs. The updated motorcycle now comes with minor cosmetic tweaks, additional color schemes and a BS6 compliant engine. Further, when compared to the outgoing counterpart the all-new Ninja 300 is now dearer by Rs.20,000.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Kawasaki has finally launched the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja in India.
- It comes with a price tag of Rs.3.18 Lakhs and is expensive by Rs.20,000.
- Multiple cosmetic tweaks, additional colors and a BS6 compliant engine are now available.
2021 Kawasaki Ninja 300 At A Glance
In terms of design, the updated Kawasaki Ninja 300 remains similar with a twin-pod headlamp setup, muscular fuel tank, split seats and full fairing just like the outgoing variant. However, multiple color schemes including Lime Green, Candy Lime Green and Ebony are now available on the Ninja 300 with a redesigned graphics.
Feature-wise, the all-new bike comes equipped with a semi-digital instrument cluster and dual-tip exhaust. Meanwhile, at the heart, Kawasaki Ninja 300 gets a BS6 compliant 296cc twin-cylinder engine. It is capable of producing a massive 39PS of power @ 11,000 RPM alongside a peak torque of 26.1Nm @ 10,000 RPM. Further, this engine comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox with slip and assist clutch as standard.
Mechanically, the updated motorcycle comes with a 37mm telescopic fork at the front and a preload-adjustable gas-charged monoshock unit at the rear. Apart from this, braking duties on the Ninja 300 are still handled by a 290mm disc upfront and 220mm disc at the back.
Alternatives
In India, the all-new Kawasaki Ninja 300 will go head-on against the likes of TVS Apache RR 310 and KTM RC 390. Take a look at what the rivals have got to offer.
TVS Apache RR 310
TVS Apache RR 310 is currently the flagship motorcycle for the company’s lineup. It comes powered by a 312.2cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine. Further, this engine is capable of producing a massive 33BHP of power and 27.3Nm of torque while being mated to a six-speed gearbox. TVS Apache RR 310 comes with dual projector LED headlamps, shark fin tail lamp and an all-digital instrument cluster. As claimed by the company, it returns a mileage of somewhere around 35kmpl. Also, currently, it comes with a price tag of Rs.2.50 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Specifications
- Engine – 312.2cc
- Power – 33BHP
- Torque – 27.3Nm
- Price – Rs.2.50 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi)
KTM RC 390
With a powerful 373.3cc single-cylinder DOHC engine, KTM RC 390 is capable of churning out a baffling 43.5PS of power with a peak torque of 35Nm. It comes mated to a six-speed gearbox with slip and assist clutch. Feature-wise, the 2021 KTM RC 390 comes with twin projector headlamps, digital instrument cluster, split seats and dual-channel ABS among others. Also, the updated bike now comes with a price tag of Rs.2.60 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi) that is Rs.3803 more when compared to the outgoing counterpart.
Specifications
- Engine – 373.3cc
- Power – 43.5PS
- Torque – 35Nm
- Price – Rs.2.60 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi)