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Kawasaki Ninja 1000

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Ninja 1000 Ex-Showroom Price

₹13.49 Lakhex-showroom · last updated 2026

Engine
1,043cc
Power
140.13bhp
Mileage
18kmpl
Weight
238kg
EMI starting from ₹5,000/month · subject to bank approval

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Kawasaki Ninja 1000 Price in India

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX was priced at Rs 12,20,000 ex-showroom across most Indian cities. This is the base price before road tax (RTO), insurance, and dealer charges push it to around Rs 13,90,000-14,80,000 on-road depending on your state.

Why the wide variation? Maharashtra (Mumbai, Pune) levies higher road tax on performance bikes - expect to pay 13-15% RTO on a bike this powerful. Delhi charges around 10%, while Karnataka (Bangalore) sits around 12%. This can add Rs 1.2-1.8 lakh to your final bill depending on where you register.

Insurance for a litre-class motorcycle in India runs significantly higher than 150-250cc bikes. A first-year comprehensive policy (own-damage + third-party) on the Ninja 1000SX would typically cost Rs 70,000-90,000 at retail rates. Third-party insurance alone (mandatory minimum) is around Rs 15,000 per year post the 2022 IRDAI revision.

EMI calculation: At Rs 13,90,000 on-road (Delhi), with a 20% down payment of Rs 2,78,000 and a 36-month loan at 10.5% interest, EMI works out to approximately Rs 36,000/month. Most banks offer loans up to 85% of on-road value for superbikes; some NBFCs go up to 100%.

For context, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX was the most affordable litre-class inline-four available in India when it was launched - and it held that position until the Ninja 1100SX replaced it at Rs 13,49,000. The Honda CBR1000RR and Yamaha R1 cost significantly more.

VariantEx-Showroom Price
SX₹ 12,19,985

* Average ex-showroom prices. Select a city above to see the full on-road price including RTO, insurance, and other charges.

The Ninja 1000SX is no longer available new. If you find a 'new old stock' unit at a dealership, negotiate hard - the bike has been superseded and dealers will move on price. For used buyers, a 2021+ model in good condition is still a strong buy. Ensure the bike has a valid PUC certificate and check the engine number against the RC. In Maharashtra, also verify the hypothecation is cleared if the bike was financed.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the on-road price of the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 in Delhi?
The on-road price of the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX in Delhi was approximately Rs 13,90,000, including the ex-showroom price of Rs 12,20,000, Delhi's road tax of around 10%, first-year comprehensive insurance, and dealer handling charges. The bike is now discontinued and no longer available new.
QWhat are the RTO and insurance charges for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000?
RTO charges vary by state - around 10% in Delhi, 12-14% in Karnataka, and up to 15% in Maharashtra - adding Rs 1.2-1.8 lakh on top of the Rs 12,20,000 ex-showroom price. First-year comprehensive insurance typically costs Rs 70,000-90,000 depending on the insurer and selected add-ons.
QWhat is the EMI for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000?
At an on-road price of Rs 13,90,000 in Delhi, with a 20% down payment and a 36-month loan at 10.5% interest, the EMI works out to approximately Rs 35,000-38,000 per month. Extending to a 48-month tenure brings the monthly outgo down to around Rs 27,000-30,000.
QHas the price of the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 changed recently?
The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX's last ex-showroom price before discontinuation was Rs 12,20,000. With the Ninja 1100SX now on sale at Rs 13,49,000, no further revisions are expected for the Ninja 1000SX. In the used market, well-maintained 2021-2023 examples trade at Rs 8,00,000-10,50,000.