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Ninja 125 2024 vs RC390 2024

If straight-line speed is your priority, the RC390 takes the lead. With 28 HP more than the Ninja 125, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the Ninja 125 has a clear advantage. Weighing in 23kg less than the RC390, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Ninja 125. Its seat height is 39mm lower than the RC390, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the rc390 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Kawasaki Ninja 125 2024Ninja 125
2024125 cc • 15 hp
KTM RC390 2024RC390
2024373 cc • 43 hp
SpecNinja 125RC390
Displacement125373
Power1543
Cylinders11
Weight149172
Seat height785824