Spec comparison: KTM RC 390 vs Kawasaki Ninja 300

Team OD Updated: September 03, 2014, 07:05 PM IST

After our first ride of the new KTM RC 390, and with its launch in the offing (September 9 is the day) we can now pit it against its closest competitors in the sportsbike segment. As we've mentioned before, the RC 390 might not be everyone's cup of tea, but for those who do enjoy this particular flavour, there are options. So how do you decide what's best for you?

composite KTM RC 390 and Ninja 300

We take a look at how the figures and numbers of the KTM RC 390 fare against the Kawasaki Ninja 300 that's currently reigning in this segment.

Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM RC 390


	Kawasaki Ninja 300
Displacement	296cc
Max power	39PS@11,000rpm
Max torque	27Nm@10,000rpm
Wheelbase	1405mm
Ground clearance	140mm
Seat height (unloaded)	785mm
Kerb weight	172kg
Fuel tank	17l
Brakes F	290mm disc
Brakes R	220mm disc
Tyre F	110/70 R17
Tyre R	140/70 R17
0-100kmph	7.51s
Top speed	158kmph
Price (ex-Mumbai)	Rs 3.60 lakh

	KTM RC 390
Displacement	373.2cc
Max power	43.5PS@9,000rpm
Max torque	35Nm@7,000rpm
Wheelbase	1,340±15mm
Ground clearance	178.5mm
Seat height (unloaded)	820mm
Kerb weight	147kg
Fuel tank	10l
Brakes F	300mm disc
Brakes R	230mm disc
Tyre F	110/70 R17
Tyre R	150/60 R17
0-100kmph	NA
Top speed	NA
Price (ex-Mumbai)	Rs 2.15 - Rs 2.2 lakh (estimate)