Kawasaki Ninja 500
Kawasaki Ninja 500
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₱353,800
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
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₱1.39 Million
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 500 and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Kawasaki Ninja 500 priced at ₱353,800, while KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is priced at ₱1.39 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, Kawasaki Ninja 500 houses 451 engine whereas KTM 1290 Super Adventure S engine displacement stands at 1301.

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Overview: Ninja 500 vs 1290 Super Adventure S

Key Features

Front Brake Disc Dual Disc
Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Ground Clearance 145 mm 220 mm
Maximum Power 51 hp 158.2 hp
Displacement 451 cc 1301 cc
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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User Review Comparison
  • Easy to maneuver in all situations

    As a shorter-than-average rider, I have found the Kawasaki Ninja 500 to be very accommodating. It is easy to maneuver at slow speeds or stops. Being...

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    J
    Japheth Oct 07, 2025 for Kawasaki Ninja 500
  • competent and versatile adventure tourer from KTM

    I keep on riding my bikes consistently and through different road conditions. Thus, I need a bike that can withstand various riding situations....

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    B
    Benito Aug 21, 2025 for KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

From The Experts

Things we like
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Well-balanced road-based adventure bike

Exceptional performance 

Unmatched off-roading capabilities 

Superior comfort

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Things we don't like
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No leg guards 

No navigator

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 451 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 51 hp 158.2 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 14 L 23.0 L
Bore X Stroke 70.0 mm x 56.6 mm 108 mm x 71 mm
Engine Type Parallel Twin,4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, Engine Two Cylinders V-Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine
Maximum Torque 42.6 Nm 140 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 2 Into 1 Exhaust Single Exhaust
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio 11.3:1 13.1:1
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
RPM at Maximum Torque 7500 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Power 10000 rpm --
Lubrication System -- Forced Oil
Fuel Consumption -- 15 kmpl
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Dimension

Category Sport Adventure Touring
Length 1995 mm --
Seating Capacity 2 2
Wheel Base 1375 mm 1560 mm
Seat Height 785 mm 860 mm
Height 1120 mm --
Ground Clearance 145 mm 220 mm
Kerb Weight 170 kg --
Width 730 mm --
Dry Weight -- 215 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Digital Twin Ignition
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 110/70 R17 120/70 ZR19
Rear Tyre 150/60 R17 170/60 ZR17
Front Wheel Size R17 R19
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Runflat, Tubeless
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic Fork WP USD
Rear Suspension Bottom-link WP MoNoshock
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 200 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 200 mm

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Launch Control No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Riding Modes Street, Road Street, Road Comfort, Street, Sport, Offroad Comfort, Street, Sport, Offroad
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Shutter Lock -- No
Advanced Safety Features -- Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- No
Central Locking -- No
Traction Control -- Yes
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tachometer Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Navigator -- No
Side Stand Indicator -- No
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Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp Halogen Halogen LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Accessory Outlet -- Yes

Brake

Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc
Front Brake Disc Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc

Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual-Stepped Dual-Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Body Frame Type Trellis Trellis Chrome Molybdenum Chrome Molybdenum
Chrome Garnish -- No
Side Wings -- No

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats -- No
Cruise Control -- Yes

Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?

Ninja 500 is priced at ₱353,800 and 1290 Super Adventure S is priced at ₱1.39 Million. Hence Ninja 500 is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more power between Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?

The Kawasaki Ninja 500 has power of 51 hp with 42.6 Nm torque and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has power of 158.2 hp with 140 Nm torque. Thus making 1290 Super Adventure S the more powerful as compared to Ninja 500.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Ninja 500 vs 1290 Super Adventure S?

The Ninja 500 comes with a ground clearance of 145 mm , on the other hand the 1290 Super Adventure S comes with a ground clearance of 220 mm , hence the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities..

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?

Ninja 500 safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Engine Check Warning and Side Reflectors

1290 Super Adventure S safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors, Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer and Engine Check Warning

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has higher number of sefety features than Ninja 500, hence KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is more safer than Kawasaki Ninja 500.

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