Kawasaki India has quietly revised the ex-showroom price of its flagship 600cc superbike—the Ninja ZX-6R—for the 2026 model year. Enthusiasts who’ve been waiting are now picking sides: is it still worth the sticker shock, or is the value slipping?
Price Hike & Launch Details
In September 2025, Kawasaki introduced the 2026 Ninja ZX-6R in India at ₹11,69,000 (ex-showroom Delhi), marking a modest increase of ₹16,000 over the previous model.
Meanwhile, some reports still list a higher asking price of ₹12,49,000—likely reflecting the impact of updated GST slabs and local taxes.
Deliveries are expected to begin in the first week of September, and Kawasaki says the mechanicals remain untouched: the changes are mostly cosmetic—new graphics and revised wheel styling being the main updates.
So, for buyers wondering, “What’s the real outlay for a 600-class Kawasaki these days?” — the updated Ninja ZX-6R is your benchmark.
Spec Sheet: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R (Latest)
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 636 cc, liquid-cooled, in-line four |
| Max Power | ~124 PS @ 13,000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 69 Nm @ 11,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, chain drive |
| Kerb Weight | 198 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 litres |
| Top Speed | Approximately 250 km/h |
| Mileage (Claimed) | 23.6 km/l |
| Brakes | Dual 310 mm front + 220 mm rear discs, dual-channel ABS |
| Other Features | Riding modes (Rain / Road / Sport), smartphone connectivity, quick shifter, LED lighting |
What This Means for You
- Value proposition under scrutiny: Even after the update, the Ninja ZX-6R remains among the priciest options in its class in India. If the ₹11.69 lakh tag holds, it edges closer to premium territory—something buyers will weigh carefully against rivals like the Triumph Daytona or Honda’s higher-displacement options.
- Minimal mechanical changes: Kawasaki chose stability over reinvention. You don’t get more power or major upgrades—mostly just fresh styling tweaks.
- Taxes & GST impact: The discrepancy between different price listings suggests that local taxes, registration, and GST (goods & services tax) adjustments are contributing to the variation across states.
- Resale & desirability: Because the Ninja ZX-6R is one of the very few inline-four, mid-supersport machines in India, demand is niche but passionate. If Kawasaki continues to support spares and servicing, the bike could hold its appeal among purists.