It’s back! The Kawasaki Ninja 400 must be one of the sultriest super sports to elegance our roads. It has been the predominant power in hustling series across the globe. In any case, its precarious asking cost has constrained Indian crowds to avoid it and search for something different. Furthermore, generally, Indian purchasers decide on the KTM RC 390. Anyway, how do these two opponents pile up in 2022?
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Engine
| Specifications | Kawasaki Ninja 400 | KTM RC 390 |
| Engine | 399cc, twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 8-valve engine | 373cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-valve engine |
| Power | 45PS @ 10000rpm | 43.5PS @ 9000rpm |
| Torque | 37Nm @ 8000rpm | 37Nm @ 7000rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
As of now, Kawasaki India’s true specs haven’t represented the power gains because of the RAM air impact. As far as we can tell with the bicycle, and furthermore the worldwide EU5 rendition of the equivalent, the engine will then, at that point, put out around 49PS. That is impressively more than the RC. Thus, in a clear race, the Ninja will abandon the RC in a path of residue.
Likewise, with the BS6 refreshes, the Kwacker has lost 1Nm while the KTM has acquired 1Nm. Plus, the RC has turned into significantly more rideable now, so the two bicycles ought to be nearer with respect to in-equip roll-on speed increase.
We expect refinement levels to be better on the Ninja 400. The old bicycle was undeniably more refined and the equivalent ought to go on for 2022 also.
Hardware
| Specifications | Kawasaki Ninja 400 | KTM RC 390 |
| Frame | Tubular steel trellis frame | Split tubular steel trellis frame |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork | USD fork |
| Rear suspension | Preload adjustable monoshock | Preload and rebound adjustable monoshock |
| Front brake | 286mm rotor, twin piston caliper | 320mm rotor, 4-pot radial caliper |
| Rear brake | 193mm rotor, single-piston caliper | 230mm rotor, single-piston caliper |
| Front tyre | 110/70 – R17 | 110/70 – R17 |
| Rear tyre | 150/60 – R17 | 150/60 – R17 |
KTM has worked indefatigably to diminish the unsprang mass on the RC, consequently making it considerably more keen. The parts utilized are likewise top-rack, surely a crosspiece over the ones you get on the Ninja. Be it the suspension, brakes or tires, it packs better unit all around.
Dimensions
| Specifications | Kawasaki Ninja 400 | KTM RC 390 |
| Wheelbase | 1370mm | 1347mm |
| Ground clearance | 140mm | 153mm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14-litres | 13.7-litres |
| Seat height | 785mm | 835mm |
| Kerb weight | 168kg | 172kg |
The two bicycles are extraordinary controllers yet in its most recent symbol, the RC 390 has likewise become very congenial and much more adaptable. Also, with the bigger gas tank and reexamined ergonomics, one can visit straddling the Kaboom as well.
However, the Ninja 400 is as yet 4kg lighter and has a lower seat level. All things considered, ground freedom is a little worry on the Wacker, as 140mm simply doesn’t cut it on Indian streets
Features
| Kawasaki Ninja 400 | KTM RC 390 | |
| Color TFT dash | No | Yes |
| Smartphone connectivity | No | Yes |
| Electronic rider aids | Only ABS | Cornering ABS, Lean sensitive TC |
| Quick shifter | No | Yes |
This is a clean sweep for the RC 390 as even the larger Ninja 650 cannot match the amount of tech that KTM has thrown into its flagship super sport. The Bosch six-axis IMU-aided electronic suite includes Cornering ABS and lean-sensitive traction control. It does have a bi-directional quick shifter, which needs some getting used to, especially for upshifts. The Kawasaki is devoid of any such riding aids, with only ABS being the mandatory fitment. Even the console on the Ninja is a semi-digital unit.
The Kawasaki Ninja 400 continues to be quite a powerful little motorcycle, certainly one that deserves to be talked about in the sub-400cc space. What continues to make headlines for the bike is its incredibly high asking price and not the performance capabilities.
Monetarily as well as rideability wise, the KTM RC 390 does make a lot of sense now. We have ridden the bike on the track and are soon going to have a real-world road test review live on our website. It has impressed us greatly on both fronts, so our pick has to be the new RC.
