Yamaha YZF R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300 are one of the best sports bikes offered in 300cc segment.

The 300cc bike segment is very competitive due to so many manufacturers in the game. The Yamaha YZF R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 300 are two of the very popular bikes in the segment among enthusiasts. Both the bikes offers impressive performance along with sleek styling. Kawasaki offers three colour options in Ninja 300 i.e lime green, candy lime green and metallic moon-dust grey. On the other hand YZF R3 is offered with two colour options i.e. racing blue and magma black.

Here’s a detailed comparison between the two.

Yamaha YZF R3 Vs Kawasaki Ninja 300: Engine

The Yamaha YZF R3 is powered with a 321 cc engine which delivers around 40.8bhp at 10,750rpm and a peak torque of 29.6nm.

Kawasaki Ninja 300 comes with a 299cc engine which gives out 38.88bhp at 11000rpm and 26.1 nm of torque.

Yamaha YZF R3 Vs Kawasaki Ninja 300: Dimensions

The Yamaha YZF R3 comes with a curb weight of 169kg, seat height of 780mm, ground clearance of 160mm along with a wheelbase of 1380mm.

The Kawasaki Ninja 300 comes with a curb weight of 179 kg, seat height of 780 mm, ground clearance of 140 mm and the overall length of 2015 mm. It has a wheelbase of 1405mm.

Yamaha YZF R3 Vs Kawasaki Ninja 300: Price comparison

The Yamaha YZF R3 comes at price of Rs 4.64 lakh (ex-showroom). On the other hand the Kawasaki Ninja 300 comes at a price point of Rs 3.43 lakh ( ex-showroom), significantly lower than the YZF R3.

Ultimately, the choice between these two bikes comes down to one’s personal choice and preferences. If you prioritise raw performance and more aggressive styling, the YZF R3 is the choice. If you’re someone who needs a more affordable bike which delivers a decent performance with comparatively lower price, then Kawasaki Ninja is the right choice.

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