Yamaha R3 vs Aprilia RS 457 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 Comparison

Updated: 24, Apr, 2025 07:26 AM

	Yamaha R3 Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 4,64,900 * Delhi. May vary. POPULARITY This week: 870 views All time: 229276 views	Aprilia RS 457 Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 4,10,000 * Delhi. May vary. POPULARITY This week: 225 views All time: 8433 views	Kawasaki Ninja 500 Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 5,29,000 * Delhi. May vary. POPULARITY This week: 649 views All time: 12616 views
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
	Seat Height
	780 mm	810 mm	785 mm
	Ground Clearance
	160 mm	150 mm	145 mm
	Fuel Tank Capacity
	14 litres	15 litres	14 litres
	Overall Length
	2090 mm	2020 mm	1995 mm
	Overall Width
	730 mm	745 mm	730 mm
	Overall Height
	1140 mm	1130 mm	1120 mm
	Wheelbase
	1380 mm	1400 mm	1375 mm
	Kerb Weight
	169 kg	175 kg	171 kg
	Engine Oil Capacity
	2.4 litres	NA	NA
PERFORMANCE FIGURES
	0-60 kmph
	2.89 secs	NA	NA
	0-100 kmph
	6 secs	4.5 secs	4.7 secs
COMFORT FEATURES
	Electric Start

	Pillion Footrest

	Step-up Seat/Split Seat

	Engine Kill Switch

	Rider’s Footpegs
		NA	NA
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED
	Mileage
	Yamaha R3 mileage is 26.31 kmpl (approximate).	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 sports bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 6 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
	Yamaha R3 top speed is 188 kmph (speedo-indicated).	Aprilia RS 457 top speed is 180 kmph (approximate).	Kawasaki Ninja 500 top speed is 189 kmph (approximate).
ENGINE AND GEARBOX
	Engine cc (Displacement)
	321 cc	457 cc	451 cc
	Number of Cylinders
	2	2	2
	Compression Ratio
	11.2:1	NA	11.3:1
	Bore
	68.0 mm	NA	70 mm
	Stroke
	44.1 mm	NA	58.6 mm
	Gearbox Type
	Constant Mesh	NA	NA
	Shift Type
	Return	NA	NA
	Maximum Power
	42 HP @ 10,750 rpm	48.6 HP @ 9,000 rpm	45.4 HP @ 9000 rpm
	Maximum Torque
	29.5 Nm @ 9,000 rpm	37.2 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
	Engine Details
	321cc, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valves, 2-Cylinder Engine	457cc, Liquid-Cooled, Parallel-Twin, DOHC, 4-Valves Per Cylinder	451cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Parallel Twin Engine
	Fuel System
	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
	Emission Norms
	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
	Cooling
	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
	Ignition
	TCI	Electric	Digital
	Lubrication
	Wet Sump	NA	Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump
	Valve System
	DOHC, 4-Valves	NA	DOHC, 8 Valves
	Spark Plug Model Type
	CR8E	NA	NA
	Number of Gears
	6	6	6-Speed, Return
	Clutch
	Wet, Multiple Disc	Multi-Plate Wet Clutch, Aprilia Quick Shift (AQS) Up and Down	Wet, Multi Disc
	Final transmission
	Chain	NA	NA
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES
	Low Fuel Warning Light

	Gear Indicator

	Low Oil Indicator

	Low Battery Indicator

	Rev-limiter Indicator

	ABS Light

	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
	2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)	2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)	2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
	Similar Bikes
	Kawasaki Ninja 400, TVS Apache RR 310, Benelli 302R, Kawasaki Ninja 300, Honda CBR300R, KTM RC 390, BMW G310RR, Zontes 350R	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
	Key Features
	Some of the key Yamaha R3 features include - All-Digital Instrument Console, Excellent Build Quality, 2-Channel ABS, USD Front Forks, Slim and Lightweight Sports Chassis, LED Flashers Front & Rear, YZR-M1 Inspired Cast Aluminium Handle Bar Crown.	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.
BATTERY AND LIGHTING
	Capacity
	7.0Ah	10Ah	12Ah
	Voltage
	12V	12V	12V
	Pass Light

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

	Battery Type
	GTZ8V	Maintenance Free	Maintenance Free
	Head Light
	Bi-Functional LED	LED	LED
	Tail Light
	LED	LED	LED
	Position Lamp
	LED	NA	NA
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW
	Design
		NA	NA
	Performance
	In terms of performance, the 300cc sports bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 6 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

	ABS

	Rear Brake
	220mm Hydraulic Single Disc	220mm Disc	220mm Single Disc with Dual-Piston Caliper
	Front Brake
	298mm Hydraulic Single Disc	320mm Dual Discs with Radial-Mount 4-Piston Calipers	310mm Semi-Floating Disc, Balanced Actuation Dual-Piston
	Front Tyre
	110/70-R17 M/C 54H	110/70-17	110/70-R17 M/C 54H
	Rear Tyre
	140/70-R17 M/C 66H	150/60-17	150/60-R17 M/C 66H
	Wheel Type
	Alloy Wheels	NA	NA
	Alloy Wheels

SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS
	Front Suspension
	37mm Telescopic Upside Down Forks	41mm USD Fork, Adjustable for Preload and Rebound	41mm Telescopic Fork
	Rear Suspension
	Swingarm	Monoshock	Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, Gas-Charged Shock with Adjustable Preload
	Frame (Chassis)
	Diamond	Aluminum Twin-Spar	Trellis, High-Tensile Steel
	Front Wheel Travel
	130 mm	NA	120 mm
	Rear Wheel Travel
	125 mm	NA	130 mm
Miscellaneous Information
	Handle Bar
	Cast Aluminium Handlebar	NA	NA
	Caster
	25º	NA	NA
	Trail
	95 mm	NA	92 mm
	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
	Bike Variant
	2024 Yamaha R3	Aprilia RS 457	Kawasaki Ninja 500
	Availability Status in India
	Available	Available	Available
	Latest Price in India
	2024 Yamaha R3 price is Rs 4.65 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).
	Official Tagline
	R/World is Calling.	Welcome to the Racing Squad	NA
	2-Wheeler Type
	Sports	Sports	Sports
	Fuel Type
	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
	Colour Options
	Icon Blue, Yamaha Black	Prismatic Dark, Racing Stripes, Opalescent Light	Metallic Carbon Gray
	On Road Price
	Yamaha R3 on road price is Rs 5.35 lakh in Delhi, Rs 1.53 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 5.42 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 5.49 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Yamaha 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.