Here is a price and spec based comparison of the Kawasaki Ninja 500 and the Aprilia Tuono 457. The Aprilia Tuono 457 is cheaper, retailing at Rs 397,017 whereas the Kawasaki Ninja 500 sells at Rs 565,976. The Kawasaki Ninja 500 has the smaller engine here, at 451cc, producing 46.9bhp and , while the Aprilia Tuono 457 is powered by a 457cc engine which produces 44.7bhp and . The Aprilia Tuono 457 has a claimed mileage of 29 kmpl and the Kawasaki Ninja 500 has a claimed mileage of 21kmpl. Read on for a detailed specification comparison.
| Price |
565,976
Ex-Showroom Price
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397,017
Ex-Showroom Price
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| CC | 451 cc | 457 cc | |
| Weight | 171 kg | 175 kg | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 litres | 12.7 litres | |
| BHP | 44.7 bhp @ 9,000 rpm | 46.9 bhp @ 9,400 rpm |
| Brakes & Wheels | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Switchable ABS | |
| Front Brake | -- | -- | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Rear Brake | -- | -- | |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider Only) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Size | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | |
| Wheel Size | -- | -- | |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | |
| Dimensions | |||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 litres | 12.7 litres | |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm | -- | |
| Kerb Weight | 171 kg | 175 kg | |
| Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) | -- | -- | |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.8 litres | 2.5 litres | |
| Seat Height | 785 mm | 800 mm | |
| Seat Length | -- | -- | |
| Wheelbase | 1,375 mm | -- | |
| Manufacturer Warranty | |||
| Standard Warranty (km) | 36,000 km | -- | |
| Standard Warranty (Years) | 3 year | -- | |
| Vehicle Warranty | -- | -- | |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Battery | 12V, 8.6Ah | -- | |
| Bore x Stroke | -- | -- | |
| Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | -- | |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | |
| Displacement | 451 cc | 457 cc | |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2B | BS6 Phase 2 | |
| Engine Type | -- | -- | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | |
| Max Power | 44.7 bhp @ 9,000 rpm | 46.9 bhp @ 9,400 rpm | |
| Max Torque | 42.6 Nm @ 6,000 rpm | 43.5 Nm @ 6,700 rpm | |
| Mileage - ARAI | -- | -- | |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 21 kmpl | 29 kmpl | |
| Riding Modes | No | Eco, Sport and Rain | |
| Riding Range | -- | -- | |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | |
| Top Speed | 190 kmph | 190 kmph | |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | |
| Service & Maintenance Schedule | |||
| 1st Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 1st Service (km) | -- | -- | |
| 2nd Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 2nd Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| 3rd Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 3rd Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| 4th Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 4th Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| 5th Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 5th Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| No. of Free Services | 0 | 0 | |
| Suspensions & Chassis | |||
| Chassis Type | Trellis, high-tensile steel | Twin Spar Aluminum Frame | |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Fork | Ø 41mm USD fork, adjustable preload, 120mm wheel travel | |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | Yes | |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock Absorber | Monoshock, adjustable preload, 130 mm wheel travel | |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes | |
| List of Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | -- | Ride-By-Wire | |
| Automatic Start Stop | No | No | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | Yes | |
| Average Speed | Yes | No | |
| Boot Light | -- | -- | |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED | |
| Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes | |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | |
| Cruise Control | No | No | |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | Yes | |
| Document Storage | No | No | |
| DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) | Yes | Yes | |
| Engine Temperature Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Front Storage Box | No | No | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Digital | |
| Fuel Lid | -- | -- | |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Gear Shift Light | Yes | Yes | |
| Geo Fencing | No | No | |
| GPS & Navigation | No | Turn by Turn Navigation | |
| Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Hazard Warning Lights | Yes | Yes | |
| Headlight | -- | -- | |
| Headlight Type | LED | LED | |
| Helmet Hooks | -- | -- | |
| High Beam Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Instrument Console | -- | -- | |
| Instrument Console Type | Digital | Digital | |
| Keyless Lock/Unlock | No | No | |
| Kill Switch | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Luggage Hooks | -- | -- | |
| Malfunction Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Phone Connectivity | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | |
| OTA Updates | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Parking Brake | -- | -- | |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | |
| Pillion Comfort | -- | -- | |
| Pillion Seat | Stepped Seat | Stepped Seat | |
| Quickshifter | No | No | |
| Real Time Mileage Indicator | Yes | No | |
| Saree Guard | Yes | Yes | |
| Seat Opening Switch | -- | -- | |
| Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off | Yes | Yes | |
| Silencer Cover | Yes | Yes | |
| Silent Start | No | No | |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | |
| Start Type | Self Start | Self Start | |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Touch Screen Display | No | No | |
| Traction Control | No | Yes | |
| Tripmeter | -- | -- | |
| Turn Signal | LED | LED | |
| Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
| USB Charging Port | Front | No | |
| Vehicle Location Tracking | Last Park Location | -- | |
| Voice Assist | No | No | |