Kawasaki Ninja 500
Kawasaki Ninja 500
Standard
RM 28,100
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KTM 250 Duke
KTM 250 Duke
Standard
RM 22,500
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM 250 Duke Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 500 and KTM 250 Duke, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kawasaki Ninja 500 priced at RM 28,100 while the KTM 250 Duke Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 22,500. Comparing the technical specifications, KTM 250 Duke engine displacement is 248.8 while the Kawasaki Ninja 500 houses a 451 engine.

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Overview: Ninja 500 vs 250 Duke

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 451 cc 248.8 cc
Maximum Power 44.7 hp 29.5 hp

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DP RM 5,600 Installment : RM 328 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 4,500 Installment : RM 262 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
3 reviews
4.38/5
21 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Seat height is ideal for a taller frame

    I’m 6-foot-tall, and there are very few bikes that fit me well. However, after trying out the Kawasaki Ninja 500, I was pleasantly surprised as its...

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    Aqsad Aug 22, 2025 for Kawasaki Ninja 500
  • Aggressive naked bike that's beginner-friendly

    The KTM 250 Duke is an excellent mix of fast speed and comfort for everyday use. It's small and light, so it's great for getting around Kuala...

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    Lekir Jul 22, 2025 for KTM 250 Duke

From The Experts

Things we like
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Agile design and handling

Good level of kit on offer

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Things we don't like
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Stiff ride quality

Digital meters hard to read while on the go

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 451 cc 248.8 cc
Maximum Power 44.7 hp 29.5 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 14 L 13.4 L
Engine Type Parallel Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-cooled Engine Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine
Bore X Stroke 70 mm x 58.6 mm 72 mm x 61.1 mm
Maximum Torque 42.6 Nm 24 Nm
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Disc --
Exhaust Pipes 2 Into 1 Exhaust Single Exhaust
Lubrication System Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump --
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Compression Ratio 11.3:1 --
No. Of Cylinder 2 1
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
RPM at Maximum Power 9000 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Torque 6000 rpm --
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
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Dimension

Category Sport Sport
Seating Capacity 2 2
Length 1995 mm 2050 mm
Seat Height 785 mm 830 mm
Width 730 mm 730 mm
Wheel Base 1375 mm 1357 mm
Ground Clearance 145 mm 185 mm
Height 1120 mm 810 mm
Kerb Weight 171 kg --
Dry Weight -- 147 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Digital Digital
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection EFI

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic Fork WP USD
Suspension Travel(Rear) 130 mm 150 mm
Suspension Travel(Front) 120 mm 142 mm
Rear Suspension Bottom-Link Uni-Trak WP Monoshock

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size R17 R17
Rear Tyre 150/60 R17 150/60 R17
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Front Tyre 110/70 R17 110/70 R17
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Radial, Tubeless

Gear & Transmission

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

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel --
Pass Switch Yes Sport Sport
Central Locking No No
Back Rest No No
Shutter Lock No Optional Optional
Leg Guards No No
Traction Control No No
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Side Reflectors Yes Optional Optional
Riding Modes -- No
Anti-Theft Alarm -- No
Engine Immobilizer -- No
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Console

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

Body Frame Type Trellis Trellis Split Trellis Frame Split Trellis Frame
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Side Wings Yes Yes
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel

Electrical

Indicator Light LED LED Yes
Head Lamp LED LED Bulb Bulb
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Accessory Outlet -- No

Brake

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

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control No No
Additional Features Smartphone Connectivity Smartphone Connectivity --
Height Adjustable Seats No No

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Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KTM 250 Duke?

Ninja 500 is priced at RM 28,100 and 250 Duke is priced at RM 22,500. Hence 250 Duke is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Ninja 500 vs 250 Duke?

The Ninja 500 comes with a ground clearance of 145 mm , on the other hand the 250 Duke comes with a ground clearance of 185 mm , hence the KTM 250 Duke has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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