5 Reasons to Buy the Kawasaki Ninja 300 Sport Bike

Kawasaki has launched their most selling motorcycle, the Ninja 300, in an updated version for INR 2.98 lakh (ex-showroom). 2018 Ninja 300 is now available with more equipment, refreshed colors, and the same old reliable stance. Here are five quick reasons to buy the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS.

5 Reasons to Buy the New Kawasaki Ninja 300

1) Most Affordable Twin-Cylinder Sportbike

Ninja 300 ABS is India's most affordable twin-cylinder motorcycle, leaving Yamaha R3 behind by INR 51,000. Earlier, the entry level twin-cylinder motorcycle had INR 3.60 lakh as its price tag. The reduction in price will facilitate customers and bring bigger sale numbers for Kawasaki. No direct competitor of Ninja 300 exists near its price tag, leaving others like Apache RR 310 and BMW twins vulnerable to extinction before tasting stardom.

2) Slipper Clutch & 2-Channel ABS

Kawasaki Ninja 300 comes with standard dual channel ABS and slipper clutch. ABS is new to this package while slipper clutch is available on both old (CKD) and new model. Addition of ABS and still a reduction of INR 62,000 its price tag makes it the best motorcycle to buy under INR 3 lakh (ex-showroom). Adding this reduced amount to a KTM RC 390 can now buy you a twin-cylinder Ninja this year as both now have a gap of just INR 62,000 between them. Even the feature list is almost identical.

3) Awesome Design

Kawasaki Ninja 300 ABS is based on the same design as the earlier version. The much-loved design is rational, aerodynamically efficient and balanced at both ends. The seat length is healthy, comfortable and good for both short and long rides. Kawasaki retails the 2018 Ninja in Plasma Blue and Candy Lime Green color options, both getting new decals and loud Ninja branding on the side fairing.

4) Refined Engine & Superb Performance

Ninja 300 ABS is powered by a 296cc, twin-cylinder, liquid cooled and fuel injected engine, producing 39HP and 27Nm. The engine comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The most affordable Kawasaki motorcycle is good for around 180 kph of top speed and lightning fast city sprints. It weighs 179kg and comes with 17-liters of fuel carrying capacity.

5) Excellent Handling

The department where Ninja excels is handling, agility, and compact yet performance focused component list. Ninja 300 is a track machine for beginners with comfortable seating that makes every ride a memorable one. For those who are not into high-speed circuit racing, the machine doubles up as an efficient tourer. Also, the efficient heat management system keeps the rider safe during peak traffic hours.

Kawasaki Ninja 300 Specs

Displacement	296 cc
Maximum Power	38.5 Bhp @ 11000 rpm
Maximum Torque	27 Nm @ 10000 rpm
Number of Cylinders	2
Number of Gears	6
Seat Height	785 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm
Kerb/Wet Weight	179 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	17 litres
Top Speed	182 kmph