Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs Ducati 959 Panigale Comparison

Updated: 11, Aug, 2021 05:53 AM

Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 16,63,000
* Delhi. May vary.

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₹ 15,30,000
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Kerb Weight
207 kg197,5 kg
Ground Clearance
135 mm146 mm
Wheelbase
1450 mm1431 mm
Overall Length
2085 mm2056 mm
Overall Width
750 mm810 mm
Overall Height
1185 mm1115 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 litres17 litres
Seat Height
835 mm830 mm

PERFORMANCE FIGURES

0-100 kmph
3 secsNA

COMFORT FEATURES

Electric Start
Pillion Footrest
Step-up Seat/Split Seat
Rider’s Footpegs
NA
Cruise Control
NA
Engine Kill Switch

MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED

Mileage
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R mileage is 16.2 kmpl (company-claimed).NA
Performance
In terms of performance, the 1000cc superbike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3 seconds.NA
Top Speed
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R top speed is 299 kmph (electronically limited).NA

ENGINE AND GEARBOX

Engine cc (Displacement)
998 cc955 cc
Bore
76 mm100 mm
Stroke
55 mm60.8 mm
Number of Cylinders
42
Compression Ratio
13.0:112.5:1
Gearbox Type
6-Speed, ReturnNA
Electronic Throttle Valves
NA
Power Modes
NA
Engine Details
998cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke In-Line Four Cylinder, 16-Valves, DOHC Engine955cc, L-Twin Cylinder, Liquid Cooled
Maximum Power
203 HP @ 13,200 rpm150 HP @ 10,500 rpm
Maximum Torque
114.9 Nm @ 11,400 rpm102 NM @ 9,000 rpm
Number of Gears
66 Speed
Cooling
Liquid CooledLiquid Cooling
Valve System
DOHC, 16 ValvesNA
Fuel System
Fuel Injection: ø47 mm x 4 with Dual InjectionMitsubishi Electronic Fuel Injection System. Twin Injectors Per Cylinder. Full Ride-By-Wire Elliptical Throttle Bodies.
Ignition
DigitalNA
Lubrication
Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump with Air-Cooled Oil CoolerNA
Maximum Power with RAM Air
213 HP @ 13,200 rpmNA
Emission Norms
BS6-CompliantEuro 4
Final Drive
Sealed ChainChain, Front Sprocket 15, Rear Sprocket 43
Primary Reduction Ratio
1.681 (79/47)NA
Gear Ratios
1st-2.600 (39/15), 2nd-2.158 (41/19), 3rd-1.882 (32/17), 4th-1.650 (33/20), 5th-1.476 (31/21), 6th-1.304 (30/23)1=37/15 2=30/16 3=27/18 4=25/20 5=24/22 6=23/24
Clutch
Wet Multi-Disc, ManualSlipper and Self-Servo Wet Multiplate Clutch with Hydraulic Control

INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES

ABS Light
RPM/Gear Display
NA
Service Reminder
Low Oil Indicator
Low Battery Indicator
IMU Indicator
NA
Economy Riding Indicator
NA
Mobile Phone Connectivity Via Bluetooth
NA
Fuel Gauge
DigitalDigital
Tachometer
DigitalDigital
Trip Meter
DigitalDigital
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Clock
DigitalDigital

KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS

Braking System
2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)Anti-Lock Braking System
Similar Bikes
Yamaha YZF-R1, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Aprilia RSV4 RR, Honda CBR1000RR-R, Ducati Panigale V4, MV Agusta F4 RRNA
Ride Modes
Sport, Road, Rain, Rider (Manual)NA
Key Features
Some of the key Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R features include - Digital TFT Colour Instrumentation, Electronic Cruise Control, Kawasaki Intelligent Anti-Lock Brake System, Kawasaki Quick Shifter, Kawasaki Launch Control Mode, Inertial Measurement Unit, Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control, Power Modes, Economical Riding Indicator, Smartphone Connectivity, LED Headlights, New Tail Cowl, LED Tail Lamps, LED Signal Lamp.NA

BATTERY AND LIGHTING

Pass Light
Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)
NA
Turn Signal Light (Front)
LEDNA
Turn Signal Light (Rear)
LEDNA
Voltage
12VNA
Capacity
8AhNA
Battery Type
Maintenance FreeNA
Head Light
LEDNA
Tail Light
LEDNA

MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW

Design
NA
Performance
In terms of performance, the 1000cc superbike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3 seconds.NA
Comfort
NA
Fuel Economy
NA
Features
NA
Build Quality
NA
Value for Money
NA

BRAKES AND TYRES

Tubeless Tyres
NA
Front Brake
330mm Dual Semi-Floating Brembo Discs320 mm Twin Semi-Floating Discs, Radially Mounted Brembo Monobloc M4.32 4-Piston Callipers, with Bosch ABS as Standard.
Rear Brake
220mm Single Disc245 mm Disc, 2-Piston Calliper, with Bosch ABS as Standard.
Wheel Type
Alloy WheelsNA
Front Tyre
120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W)Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre
190/55-ZR17 M/C (75W)Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa 180/60 ZR17
ABS
2-Channel ABSNA
Front Wheel
17-inch10-Spoke Light Alloy 3.50" x 17"
Rear Wheel
17-inch10 Spokes Light Alloy 5.50” x 17”

SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS

Front Suspension
43mm Inverted Fork (BFF) with External Compression Chamber, Compression and Rebound Damping and Spring Preload Adjustability, and Top-Out Springs (Showa)Fully Adjustable Showa BPF Fork. 43 mm Chromed Inner Tubes.
Rear Suspension
Horizontal Back-Link with BFRC Lite Gas-Charged Shock, Piggyback Reservoir, Compression and Rebound Damping and Spring Preload Adjustability, and Top-Out Spring (Showa)Fully Adjustable Sachs Unit. Aluminum Double-Sided Swingarm.
Front Wheel Travel
120 mm120 mm
Rear Wheel Travel
115 mm130 mm
Frame (Chassis)
Twin Spar, Cast AluminiumMonocoque Aluminium

Miscellaneous Information

Steering Damper
Öhlins Electronic Steering DamperNA
Rake
25°24°
Trail
105 mm96 mm
Steering Angle
27°(Left), 27°(Right)NA
Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price
Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.NA

Colour Options and Price in India

2-Wheeler Type
SuperbikeSports
Official Tagline
Face YourselfThe Perfect Balance
Latest Price in India
2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R price is INR 16.63 lakh (ex-showroom).2019 Ducati 959 Panigale price was Rs 15.30 lakh before being discontinued.
Bike Variant
2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R (New Model)2019 Ducati 959 Panigale
Availability Status in India
AvailableDiscontinued
Colour Options
Lime GreenDucati Red, Star White Silk
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
On Road Price
2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R on road price is Rs 18.77 lakh in Delhi, Rs 19.41 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 19 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 19.25 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Kawasaki dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.NA

TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS

Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS)
NA
Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC)
NA
Kawasaki Launch Control (KLCM)
NA
Kawasaki Engine Brake Control (KEBC)
NA
Kawasaki Intelligent ABS (KIBS)
NA

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