Already available in the international markets, the Ninja 400 will be powered by a 399cc liquid-cooled parallel twin engine that generates 44 bhp and 37 Nm of torque. In its BS-VI variant, the engine has not lost power and the torque figure is only 1 Nm less. Transmission mated to the same six-speed gearbox assisted by a slipper clutch.
Apart from this change in the engine, the motorcycle remains the same as the previous version. It boasts of twin-pod headlamps and turn indicators integrated into the styling and fairing along with the Ninja H2-inspired design and sharp lines. It gets splined sports-style seats, 14-litre fuel tank with muscular sculpture, side-slung exhaust with dual-tone finish and a sporty lehenga.
The Ninja 400 is sold internationally in two color options – Lime Green with Ebony (KRT Edition) and Metallic Matt Carbon Gray with Metallic Carbon Grey. Expect a price tag above Rs 5 lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of power and performance figures, the Ninja 400 will rival the likes of KTM RC 390, In addition to the Ninja 400, Kawasaki India The new Kawasaki Versus 650 is also preparing to launch in India.