BMW G310R vs Aprilia RS 457 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 Comparison

Updated: 24, Apr, 2025 07:26 AM

	BMW G310R Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 2,85,000 * Delhi. May vary. POPULARITY This week: 1477 views All time: 859329 views	Aprilia RS 457 Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 4,10,000 * Delhi. May vary. POPULARITY This week: 369 views All time: 8577 views	Kawasaki Ninja 500 Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 5,29,000 * Delhi. May vary. POPULARITY This week: 951 views All time: 12918 views
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
	Wheelbase
	1380 mm	1400 mm	1375 mm
	Overall Length
	2005 mm	2020 mm	1995 mm
	Overall Width
	849 mm	745 mm	730 mm
	Overall Height
	1080 mm	1130 mm	1120 mm
	Seat Height
	785 mm	810 mm	785 mm
	Kerb Weight
	164 kg	175 kg	171 kg
	Maximum Payload
	181 kg	NA	NA
	Fuel Tank Capacity
	11 litres	15 litres	14 litres
	Reserve Fuel Capacity
	1 litres	NA	NA
	Permitted Total Weight
	345 kg	NA	NA
	Ground Clearance
	165 mm	150 mm	145 mm
	Inner Leg Curve
	1760 mm	NA	NA
PERFORMANCE FIGURES
	0-60 kmph
	3.70 secs	NA	NA
	0-100 kmph
	7.90 secs	4.5 secs	4.7 secs
COMFORT FEATURES
	Pillion Footrest

	Electric Start

	Engine Kill Switch

	Pillion Grabrail
		NA	NA
	USB Charging
	USB Charging Socket (Optional)	NA	NA
	Heated Grips
	Optional	NA	NA
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED
	Mileage
	BMW G310R mileage is 30.30 kmpl (company-certified).	Aprilia RS 457 mileage is 30-35 kmpl (approximate).	Kawasaki Ninja 500 mileage is 26.3 kmpl (approximate).
	Performance
	In terms of performance, the 300cc street motorcycle can accelerate from 0-50 kmph in 2.5 seconds.	In terms of performance, the 450cc sports bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 4.5 seconds.	In terms of performance, the 500cc sports bike is expected to accelerate from 0-100 kmph in less than 4.7 seconds.
	Top Speed
	BMW G310R top speed is 143 kmph (company-claimed).	Aprilia RS 457 top speed is 180 kmph (approximate).	Kawasaki Ninja 500 top speed is 189 kmph (approximate).
ENGINE AND GEARBOX
	Bore
	80 mm	NA	70 mm
	Stroke
	62.1 mm	NA	58.6 mm
	Engine cc (Displacement)
	313 cc	457 cc	451 cc
	Compression Ratio
	10.9:1	NA	11.3:1
	Primary Gear Ratio
	3.083	NA	NA
	Number of Cylinders
	1	2	2
	Engine Redline
	10,500 rpm	NA	NA
	Gearbox Type
	Constant Mesh 6-Speed Gearbox	NA	NA
	Valves Per Cylinder
	4	NA	NA
	Engine Details
	313cc, Water-Cooled, Single-Cylinder 4-Stroke Engine, 4-Valves, 2-Overhead Camshafts	457cc, Liquid-Cooled, Parallel-Twin, DOHC, 4-Valves Per Cylinder	451cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Parallel Twin Engine
	Maximum Power
	34 HP @ 9250 rpm	48.6 HP @ 9,000 rpm	45.4 HP @ 9000 rpm
	Maximum Torque
	28 Nm @ 7500 rpm	37.2 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
	Emission Norms
	BS6-Compliant	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
	Clutch
	Multi-Disc Clutch in Oil Bath (Assist & Slipper Clutch)	Multi-Plate Wet Clutch, Aprilia Quick Shift (AQS) Up and Down	Wet, Multi Disc
	Number of Gears
	6	6	6-Speed, Return
	Gear Pattern
	1-Down, 5-Up	NA	NA
	Final Drive
	Endless X-Ring Chain with Shock Damping in Rear Wheel Hub	Chain Drive	Sealed Chain
	Gear Ratios
	1st - 3.000, 2nd - 2.063, 3rd - 1.588, 4th - 1.286, 5th - 1.095, 6th - 0.955	NA	1st-2.929 (41/14), 2nd-2.056 (37/18), 3rd-1.619 (34/21), 4th-1.333 (32/24), 5th-1.154 (30/26), 6th-1.037 (28/27)
	Fuel System
	Electronic Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
	Cooling
	Water Cooled	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
	Lubrication
	Wet Sump Lubrication	NA	Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump
	Throttle System
	Electric Throttle Ride-by-Wire	Ride By Wire System	Electronic Throttle Control
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES
	Gear Indicator

	Engine Temperature Gauge
		NA	NA
	Low Fuel Warning Light

	RPM/Gear Display
		NA	NA
	ABS Light

	Service Reminder

	Low Oil Indicator

	Low Battery Indicator

	Fuel Consumption Gauge
		NA	NA
	Neutral Indicator
		NA
	Speedometer
	Digital	Digital	Digital
	Tachometer
	Digital	Digital	Digital
	Trip Meter
	Digital	Digital	Digital
	Odometer
	Digital	Digital	Digital
	Clock
	Digital	Digital	Digital
	Fuel Gauge
	Digital	NA	Digital
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS
	Braking System
	BMW Motorrad 2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)	2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)	2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
	Key Features
	BMW Motorrad ABS, Stainless Steel Exhaust System, Electric Throttle Ride-by-Wire, 100% LED Headlight, Tail Light and Indicators, Adjustable Brake and Clutch Levers, Heated Grips (Optional), Cast Aluminium Wheels.	NA	Some of the key Kawasaki Ninja 500 features include - Digital Instrument Console with Bluetooth Connectivity, Electronic Throttle Control, Traction Control, Assist and Slipper Clutch, LED Headlights and Taillights, Lightweight, Maneuverable Chassis, High-Class Intense Design, Confidence-Inspiring Reach To The Ground, Relaxed, Sporty Riding Position, Superb Ride Comfort and Wind Protection, Light, Predictable Handling, Flowing, Layered Bodywork.
	Similar Bikes
	KTM Duke 390, TVS Apache RR 310, Bajaj Dominar 400, Benelli Imperiale 400, Mahindra Mojo 300, Honda CB350	Yamaha R3, Kawasaki Ninja 400, KTM RC 390, Suzuki GSX-R250, Honda CBR250R, Kawasaki Ninja 300, Ultraviolette F77, Keeway V302C	Yamaha YZF-R3, Benelli TNT 600i, CFMoto 650MT, Kawasaki Z650, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, CFMoto 650NK, Honda CB650R, KTM RC 390, CFMoto 400NK, TVS Apache RR 310
BATTERY AND LIGHTING
	Voltage
	12 V	12V	12V
	Capacity
	8 Ah	10Ah	12Ah
	Pass Light

	Turn Signal Light (Front)
	LED	LED	LED
	Turn Signal Light (Rear)
	LED	LED	LED
	Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

	Alternator
	Three-Phase Alternator with 308 W	NA	NA
	Battery Type
	Maintenance Free	Maintenance Free	Maintenance Free
	Head Light
	LED	LED	LED
	Tail Light
	LED	LED	LED
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW
	Design
		NA	NA
	Performance
	In terms of performance, the 300cc street motorcycle can accelerate from 0-50 kmph in 2.5 seconds.	In terms of performance, the 450cc sports bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 4.5 seconds.	In terms of performance, the 500cc sports bike is expected to accelerate from 0-100 kmph in less than 4.7 seconds.
	Comfort
		NA	NA
	Fuel Economy
		NA	NA
	Features
		NA	NA
	Build Quality
		NA	NA
	Value for Money
		NA	NA
BRAKES AND TYRES
	Tubeless Tyres

	Wheel Type
	Cast Aluminium Wheels	NA	NA
	Alloy Wheels

	Front Wheel
	3.00 x 17"	NA	17-inch
	Rear Wheel
	4.00 x 17"	NA	17-inch
	Wheel Size
	17-inch	NA	NA
	Front Tyre
	110/70-R17	110/70-17	110/70-R17 M/C 54H
	Rear Tyre
	150/60-R17	150/60-17	150/60-R17 M/C 66H
	Front Brake
	Single Disc, Diameter 300mm, 4-Piston Fixed Caliper, Radially Bolted	320mm Dual Discs with Radial-Mount 4-Piston Calipers	310mm Semi-Floating Disc, Balanced Actuation Dual-Piston
	Rear Brake
	Single Disc, Diameter 240mm, Single-Piston Floating Caliper	220mm Disc	220mm Single Disc with Dual-Piston Caliper
	ABS
	BMW Motorrad 2-Channel ABS
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS
	Frame (Chassis)
	Tubular Space Frame	Aluminum Twin-Spar	Trellis, High-Tensile Steel
	Front Suspension
	41mm Upside Down Forks	41mm USD Fork, Adjustable for Preload and Rebound	41mm Telescopic Fork
	Rear Suspension
	Cast Aluminium Dual Swing Arm, Central Spring Strut, Spring Pre-load Adjustable Monoshock	Monoshock	Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, Gas-Charged Shock with Adjustable Preload
	Front Wheel Travel
	140 mm	NA	120 mm
	Rear Wheel Travel
	131 mm	NA	130 mm
	Exhaust/Muffler
	Stainless Steel Exhaust System	NA	NA
Miscellaneous Information
	Emission (Co2)
	80 g/km	NA	89 g/km
	Steering Angle
	64.9°	NA	35°
	Caster
	114 mm	NA	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.	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.	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.
Colour Options and Price in India
	2-Wheeler Type
	Naked	Sports	Sports
	Official Tagline
	CHALLENGE YOUR CITY	Welcome to the Racing Squad	NA
	Latest Price in India
	2024 BMW G310R price is Rs 2.85 lakh (ex-showroom).	Aprilia RS 457 price is Rs 4.10 lakh (ex-showroom).	Kawasaki Ninja 500 price is Rs 5.29 lakh (ex-showroom).
	Availability Status in India
	Available	Available	Available
	Bike Variant
	2024 BMW G310R	Aprilia RS 457	Kawasaki Ninja 500
	Colour Options
	Polar White & Racing Blue Metallic, Granite Grey Metallic, Cosmic Black 2	Prismatic Dark, Racing Stripes, Opalescent Light	Metallic Carbon Gray
	Fuel Type
	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
	On Road Price
	2024 BMW G310R on road price is Rs 3.28 lakh in Delhi, Rs 3.39 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 3.32 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 3.36 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest BMW dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.	Aprilia RS 457 on road price is Rs 4.72 lakh in Delhi, Rs 4.88 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 4.78 lakh in Kolkata, and Rs 4.84 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Aprilia dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.	Kawasaki Ninja 500 on road price is Rs 6.09 lakh in Delhi, Rs 6.30 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 6.16 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 6.24 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.