Aprilia RS 457 vs Yamaha R3 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 | 300km Road Trip Comparison Test 2024 | autoX

[@autoX]

Would you pick the R3 or Ninja 500 over the RS 457 if all three were priced similarly? Let us know in the comments!

[@user-qq5kv2oq6x]

No

[@ART-ii2vl]

Aprilia

[@mohan5530]

Rs457

[@RecluseRider]

Yes Ninja 500.

[@nrrocks1994]

Aprilia RS457 without a doubt ❤❤

[@HighwayToHill]

I own the BS4 R3 for 5 years now. I paid 3.96 L OTR in Chennai and in 2018 it was expensive for me compared to the localized Ninja300. I have clocked 80000 kms and it only broke down 2 times. Once was my fault because I didn't check the battery and other was a switch issue at around 70000 kms. That's what you pay for - Reliability. Until and unless you own a R3, you will not understand and value this point. I mostly tour on the R3. Most owners in India use it as a sports tourer and that's why reliability is super important. I have taken the bike to remote places without any fear. A quick point on service costs - general service is between 3500 - 4500 ₹. It's an easy bike to work upon by yourself. Bike's design is very smart. Takes literally 10 minutes to change air filter. In some bikes it may take up to 40 minutes. Getting major parts takes time because it's imported from Indonesia. Loved this video! Cheers AutoX team!

[@shivank_bhatt]

Great insights! Thank you for sharing. 🙌

[@VivekNa]

Most people will only say "too expensive, no value for money" and "where are the features like RBW, TFT and all" They have no idea that a motorcycles merit is in how it makes you feel, not in spec sheets.

[@747anwar]

Owning ninja300 11+ years now

[@HighwayToHill]

@@747anwar Wow 🫡🫡🫡

[@HighwayToHill]

@@VivekNa You said it!!

[@mnishanth3808]

500 is built to showcase the legacy , 457 is built to rule the segment wherein R3 is here for formality.

[@divyeshpatel1539]

R3 here for formality?🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Some people can't go beyond the spec sheets and it shows.

[@foxfrog2785]

Legendary r3

[@silvery2850]

Bro summarised three bikes in a sentence.

[@morax5833]

​@@divyeshpatel1539and it seems ur just a fanboy

[@AtomicAV7]

​@@divyeshpatel1539fanboys can stay out... Its not just the specs or just how long the engine runs... Others are not making their engines with bricks n clay... To offer R3 without even slipper clutch is criminal and you can even sacrifice ABS at this point... Keep sayin R3 is legendary... it's OLD and OUTDATED, that's what it is now... People gettin triggered when faced with facts

[@mohmayaboy]

Last month, I picked up the N500 here in Bangalore. After owning the 2017R3 and the Versys 650, I knew I had to stick with the Japanese big four for their unbeatable reliability and extensive service network. One thing that often gets overlooked in reviews is the fantastic network of Kawasaki riders across India. These guys are all over WhatsApp, Telegram, and other chat groups, and they really enhance your biking experience. It's not just about the bike itself; it's about the community. Whether you need breakdown assistance, route advice, or just want to connect with fellow riders, this network has got your back, making every ride more enjoyable and stress-free. Now, about Aprilia-sure, their performance and specs are tempting, but they still have to prove themselves when it comes to reliability and quality. It’s easy to get dazzled by the numbers, but I'm sticking with a brand that I know won’t let me down.

[@shivank_bhatt]

True, when you’re spending that kind of money, peace of mind comes first. Riding a motorcycle hard & fast over a weekend is one thing, living with it for years is another. Only time will tell if Aprilia can match the Japanese manufacturers in this area, but we are hopeful…🤞🏽

[@Jaatsoldier]

Hey bro. I also bought my Ninja this month. I am looking for an owners group. Can you help me connect?

[@jackmadaima4681]

Aprilia has been notorious for being unreliable over the years, people who are glossing over the specs should look at other factors too

[@saswatsnayak102030]

Very true but i just wish that they made the ninja 500 a little more affordable like the Aprilia

[@ssc1348]

Exactly. Of the 100 people creating noise about the Aprilia 457, practically speaking hardly 5 are going to buy it. Rest all are just keyboard warriors.

[@grabslab9689]

Nice review and covered most of the relevant points. Appreciate the fact that you took pains to show us the headlight illumination in night - These kind of things are difficult to know - as most reviews don't cover it and a simple test ride won't tell u these things. I had BS4 Yamaha R3 - that came with Metzeler tyres and dual channel ABS. It was indeed an epic bike - I would enjoy it most on wide open highways where it could easily cruise between 140-150kmph whenever conditions permitted that and it was super fun doing that on R3. The exhaust note was addictive.The thing I missed on R3 was the lack of low end grunt. I switched to BMC air filter and that improved low end to some extent but still not to the point of satisfaction. the biggest advantage of both Aprilia and Ninja 500 over R3 is that they pack a lot of grunt even at low RPMs compared to R3.

[@aakashpaul9586]

Glad that you liked the comparison! And yes, with a bit more juice in the lower revs would make the R3 package more complete.

[@varun1036]

25:06 R3 is coming from Indonesia. Not Thailand! And not a word about fuel efficiency either! Come on! This is an otherwise fabulous video ! Btw I found the Service costs. Thank me later. R3 - 2000 - 3500. RS457 - 3500 approx. N500 - Easy 7000+

[@shivank_bhatt]

My bad on the Thailand/Indonesia thing. Apologies for that. We didn’t include fuel efficiency in the video because we don’t think it’s a deal breaker for any of these bikes, and it was more or less the same for all. If you want numbers, the Yamaha returned around 28km/l, Kawasaki around 25km/l & Aprilia 23km/l. The Aprilia was ridden the hardest of the three though & it also has the smallest tank.

[@angshumansarmah6626]

RS457 free service is of 3500 A paid service will touch almost similar figures as the Ninja 500 of around 6.5-7k

[@varun1036]

@@shivank_bhatt thanx! u are right!

[@varun1036]

@@angshumansarmah6626 yikes! Was hoping for the italian to be a sub Rs. 5000 bike to service! ah well

[@ChrisBOMtoATL]

If 'Dil chahta hai' was made today with three friends and motorcycles ❤

[@autoX]

Thank you for the delightful comparison with an epic movie!!!

[@aakashpaul9586]

This made my day! 😃

[@Apriliarider457]

Rs457 anyday no doubt 🔥❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@josh_ari]

There is no question 💖👌🥳👏🙌🏍️💨🫨

[@Vinay-yz3wd]

@@josh_ari.

[@josh_ari]

@@Vinay-yz3wd so I talked to the guys at woodcraft to find what slider spools to use, 6mm, and they said a buddy of theirs had bought and rs457 and is letting them borrow it to develop products, like triple clamps, and they're an American company so that's how I know you that it's already been released here in America in certain areas.

[@sunishrussia]

Bro the question here is reliability and parts. I own a sr160 and the experience was terrible. It's just like buying a benelli or cfmoto. It's your hard earned cash for if going for 457 wait for bit and see how it fares after a year or so and then buy it.

[@Apriliarider457]

@@sunishrussia right 🫡

[@nishantgurjar7232]

Seriously R3 , just look at it , who will think it's a big bike everyone think that it's some modified R15 or something even RC looks better than it with more tech and less ownership cost . They should have lunched previous R3 it was much better or atleast we can say that it's old bike.

[@Userno123-g4z]

R3 in other countries 💀 R3 in India 🤡🤡 But seriously i waited so long for it to launch only to disappoint me lol

[@mantasticsiddharth4936]

Even if similarly priced would go for the Italian indian any day😍. The looks has to be the best one under 7L the performance is 🔥

[@autoX]

Go for it

[@mydroidid]

And suffer 60% depreciation within 2 years

[@xoxoxoxoxooxo]

​@@mydroidid why??

[@mydroidid]

@@xoxoxoxoxooxo because it is euro. Like KTM Bmw Aprilia(scooter),Piaggio , triumph Parts will not be sold outside, parts will be expensive compared to the durability, parts availability will be difficult and delayed, special tools will be needed to work on it, euro companies only want it to last till the warranty period. Therefore used market value will drop heavily, just wait till some showoff will buy new and then realize used z800 was better option.

[@vivaankhandelwal7942]

Aprillia is made in India

[@Amory98]

These guys are amazingly insightful! So good to listen to. How is this channel not bigger?! People need to refine their taste, this channel has got to be bigger.

[@aakashpaul9586]

Thank you for the high praise. Happy that you resonated with the content 😄

[@titancodm1098]

Aprilia is the new kid who answers everything in class, but whose test performance in the long run we don't know

[@syedgilani7108]

Not reliable

[@MadhuSudhan014]

Hi Shivank, I have followed you on Facebook for maybe a decade now. I remember your DP with Jeremy Clarkson, when they were for TopGear India Special. Great to see you living your dream!!

[@shivank_bhatt]

Thank you for the kind words. 🙏🏼 And this also reminds me that my Facebook DP is the same since 2012. 😅

[@shrinathbhistannavar2729]

R3 is a very nice bike .....but problem is price ... its very over priced bike & featureless also ...

[@Kakkutherider]

I do long rides … my first choice in bike is comfort … Aprilia is bad in comfort, kawasaki is best

[@gauravog9642]

Its a perfect video for me because i was finding a video in which these 3 motorcycles are compared and reviewed 🤙🏻

[@josh_ari]

The ninja 500 is the best competitor to the rs 457. The r3 is more comparable to the rc390. 400cc and 300cc have become two completely different categories. 🕉️

[@Ashes-9]

Somehow im convinced the GT650 is the best vfm performance motorcycle 😀 and timeless too❤

[@akshaykonnur275]

Agreed but it's major drawback is it's Weight, bike with the rider weight almost comes close to 300kg it's really a pain in the ass if the bike is parked inclined (even slight inclined) it's so hard to pull it back and in most situations the edges of the road or the curb is designed inclined which puts stress on you to just get the bike moving. By the looks GT is my fav but I bought Aprilia rs457 because I'm not tall and it was impossible for me to pull the bike backwards when parked.

[@Ashes-9]

@@akshaykonnur275yes thats 100%true. Due to this i have got a vstrom 250 for everyday use while GT is just for looking at like a display motorcycle. 😂

[@gagandeepsingh704]

Beautiful and calm video, Not like the agressive video which just straight up comes on features. Love the vibe of gthis channel, Full dosti vibes :)

[@aakashpaul9586]

Thank you so much! Glad you liked it 😊

[@richardwarsinske7064]

Interesting differences for the US model Ninja/Z 500 Kawasaki's. Here the motor is rated at 51bhp or approximately 6 additional over the A2 version it appears you also get. Curious if you think that would have affected your comparative conclusions?

[@aakashpaul9586]

With the higher power output, the Ninja would have been in an even better position for sure. I mean Karan would have definitely been swayed towards it 😉

[@shivank_bhatt]

6bhp would not make any difference in the overall riding experience. The Ninja 500 is a relaxed sports tourer, so the inherent nature of the motorcycle won't change. That's what I believe. :)

[@singhshakti1980]

Basically it's between the Ninja and RS.. The R3 seemed to be just there somehiw in the entire vlog...

[@rohitraghavan7552]

The r3 has to be priced a lakh cheaper than the rs457 to cause any confusion. Still the Italian would win. Performance, handling, equipment is far superior.

[@sergedurivage562]

Love your reviews, greetings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@autoX]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate the kind words.

[@RONIVA_Vlogs]

This video is about praising RS457 PERIOD.

[@jamesgeorgevellavella1961]

Ninja 40th 500 for me. Dealership 3mins away vs 90+ mins helped. Plus the 40th anniversary colours are perfect for me @ 44

[@house868]

Good comparison, Guy's ❤

[@autoX]

Thank you very much. Please do consider subscribing to our channel for more such epic car & bike content !!!

[@aakashpaul9586]

Thank you!

[@jnana1985]

What about the seating comfort for long rides like 500-600 kms per day? Is the seat good enough for long rides?

[@shivank_bhatt]

Not the Aprilia for sure, it has the thinnest padding. The Ninja's seat felt the most comfortable/cushiest for long rides, followed by the R3's.

[@Sashakardong]

Aprilia RS457 The New King Of the Segment.

[@anandk_jha]

This channel is really good, not much complicating, just chill watching experience

[@SWATSrocks]

Really considering an RS 457

[@tshlk]

Which one would be better for heavy traffic filtering?

[@keyosuk]

any idea why the entire front portion including the headlights, dances detached while on bumps?

[@MirzaRahathullahBaig]

Beauty lies in the sight of beholder, Go and test rides, who knows what you like. Cheers happy Riding miles to come ❤.

[@ttocsshit]

What about best year/version of KTM RC 390 vs Aprilla 457?

[@HIGHONBIKE]

If R3 comes with Gold USD fork, Colored Display, Quick shifter, Traction control, Sliper clutch, i defiantly go for it 🙃

[@aakashpaul9586]

But at the same price or minimal price bump.

[@HIGHONBIKE]

@@aakashpaul9586 ye sab opinion offer karega Yamaha to price kam nahi hone wali 😁 R15M me ye sab Features hai but it's 150cc and i already own R15v2 so Yamaha brand me hi upgrade karna hai to R3 is best option. I'm owning R15 v2 from 2017 and no issue with bike still feels like brand new. And my friends sold their KTM Bajaj bikes and start buying Yamaha or other brands bike. Buy yamaha and live tension free for 10 years with the bike 😁

[@st8ut]

Bhai mujhe rs457 ka test ride kr k uski video nikalne hai ? Kaha pe posible ho skta hai? Mera page hai 2wheelsome uss k liye

[@skr1808]

Waitimg for 457 tourer and adventure

[@somebiker117]

Love it ... #proudlyOwned😌

[@rj504]

R3 price is worsttt

[@sumansatpathy909]

Location please.

[@shivank_bhatt]

Diveagar beach.

[@sumansatpathy909]

@@shivank_bhatt Thanks bro.

[@tinmanrobby]

Good to watch a video without bias to see comparisons. Many of us are biased. Have Ninja 400. Tend to stick with Kawasaki, and the Ninja has 40 years, and the 1st to produce the smaller bore sporty entry level bikes. Typical of Kawasaki, they're raw. Run forever, powerhouse motors, but Kawasaki is not concerned with creature comforts and has odd styling, lol. Have several Kawasaki's. Kids had little KX dirtbikes, and race Kawasaki ATV's and have had several models. So I'm biased and just stick to what I know, what I know how to work on, and know that Kawasaki is simply minded on parts. I.e., rear Master Cylinder and reservoir is the same from 1978 to current, for dirt or street. Kawasaki Ninja is super comfortable to ride whether in town, through some twisty's, or out on the highway, but.... The seat sucks on the other hand. Kawasaki.... Lol.

[@18lakhvinder18]

Hi people I really need help, So i have a dominar 400 for my usual daily commute and weekend rides that happen once every 2 months. And i really want to get a sports bike. But the issue is when will i even use it, as for trips dominar really is comfortable along with pillion or luggage. I really like rs457 but I can’t take it on my trips and even i wouldn’t use it in city cause that would be a wasted potential. So the question is should i listen to my heart and go for it, or just take a smaller sports bike like a r15 and use it in city and keep dominar for trips. I really fancy the idea of a sports bike and even had cbr650r in my mind but i am not able to find a use case as my dominar really is covering a hell lot of ground(i hate and love it for that). I really thought it would be easy to just get what you like, well seems the maturing up is getting to me. Any suggestions are welcome Thankyou.

[@shivank_bhatt]

Pick the Aprilia if you want full sports bike experience, it’s manageable in the city and occasional weekend rides. But if you want more comfort, the Ninja 500 is the better bet. R15 would feel underpowered compared to the Dominar. The CBR650R is a good option, too, but you won’t find a used bike easily, and even if you do it won’t come cheap. Better to buy new.

[@shyamjithd7327]

How about the brakes in RS457? Havent seen you guys have said any issues or problems faced ?

[@shivank_bhatt]

We faced no issues with the Aprilia's brakes during this trip.

[@anirudhpai1311]

Beautiful review. I feel like waiting for the R3's price to go down is the best

[@wk5649]

Very good review 👍

[@aakashpaul9586]

Thank you!

[@AjithKumar-ym7qe]

You guys need to compare those Aprilia and R3 with Ninja ZX 400 RR

[@KyrieFern]

you did not discuss the brake fade on the aprilia

[@Ajmal777-10]

Can anyone tell me which highway it is

[@DBCreative2]

Welcome to top three rider😮😮😮😮❤❤❤

[@vikasgouda8783]

Excellent comparo😊, but just wanted to add a word "Ninjas are reliable" Autox!

[@shivank_bhatt]

They definitely are, we never said it's not. But in terms of overall reliability of the machine, plus the trust factor, aftersales, maintenance costs, dealer network, etc., Yamaha is probably slightly better.

[@zakiroyt8376]

How about Ninja parts availability?

[@mervyoung5397]

All very nice, but for me, I’m sold on the Aprilia based on performance, looks and tech. I’d rather spend a little more and buy an Aprilia RS660 though. Great review! 👍🏼

[@shivank_bhatt]

Well...the RS660 costs four times more than the RS457 in India.

[@abhinashkumar3161]

​@@shivank_bhatt unbelievable 😢

[@prithishm6766]

location?

[@siddharthshankar7244]

nice video!

[@akhileshdureja7464]

What is this location?

[@shivank_bhatt]

Diveagar beach.

[@adityaraikwar6069]

where is this location, it looks beautiful ❤❤ so does the bikes

[@saravanavel6866]

Any day Yamaha ❤

[@3mmbgmi]

R3 is my pick. it has optional quickshifter also. I really love the cockpit view of R3 it's like R1. I don't like super comfortable bikes so ninja is out, also ninja service is costly for no reason. Aprilia isn't reliable machine and servicing is a hit or miss. I prefer little bit comfort and quickshifter.

[@jnana1985]

How could they miss talking about the brakes on rs457?

[@yellowflash511]

It's brakes are good on road, problem is only on track where they overheat a bit

[@aakashpaul9586]

Hi there! We did mention the brakes at around 11:10 & 16:50. Just a quick roundup - the Ninja has very progressive brakes with great feel and bite. The RS 457 feels more aggressive but not as consistent. The R3 has a very balanced approach compared to the two. You won't have any problem with the Ninja and R3 in day to day riding while the RS 457 might fall behind a little. 🙂

[@DBCreative2]

I want to all super bike parches❤❤❤❤

[@mahidharreddy8286]

Nice to see RS 457 rocks a set of TVS tyres.. i guess TVS should also use them for their 310s instead of Michelin, they can reduce some burden by cutting atleast 5-10k in reality making their 310s more affordable than now.

[@tiagoneves1172]

eu queria uma rs 457 e agora tenho a certeza que vai ser essa que vou comprar, obrigado pelo video !!!!!

[@wulfdean]

Great review a long distance test, I just wish the R3 was replaced by the CFmoto 450 SRS

[@artemiskurian1]

Mileage compare?

[@siddhanttambe4066]

Should have also used a 2022 RC390. That bike is such a gem

[@phanindra40]

Only from the looks perspective R3 looks very old and some what comparable to NINJA 300. It needs serious update. R15 is being updated with R1M design and R3 is left for itself.

[@aakashpaul9586]

Yes the R3 looks a little old but still has a charm. But yes, an update to the bike would make it so much more exciting!

[@abhiseksahu1355]

Aprilia rules this segment for sure❤

[@DPac9]

Great job boys! But next time, plan & understand each other well so you don’t cut each other off when talking 😅 The red t shirt guy seems to enjoy that most

[@HunterVlog350cc]

Janta ne apna faisla de diya hai 300-500 cc sport segment king bow is aprillia and shattered the kawasaki sales by doing 231 units in april ❤❤

[@olafdiers3613]

I also like the CF Moto 450 SR.....👍😁

[@nandhuvardhan3296]

No one's talking about Aprilia's plastic/dash problems, Aprilia used kind of low quality plastic parts it starts fading even tho its new. And brakes are Aprilia are not good enough. And some heating issues.?

[@borkarms]

Nice Video , I know its a single cylinder but dont understand why Everyone is not bringing RC 390 in this comparo.

[@krushang933]

Viewer advisory : High quality content

[@aakashpaul9586]

Thank you for the high praise ❤🙏🏻

[@SadhanaRay-t6k]

Background Score 💯💯

[@AnkitKushwaha-tg2ru]

Kawasaki has spoiled ninja 500 indian variant by reducing its power from 51 bhp to 46 bhp

[@IamFratMan]

Why did it reduce though?

[@stanleyalfred5076]

Ninja ❤

[@diptanugoswami4668]

Yamaha demoted the facia... The previous gen with middle eye and black paint scheme with red accent looks just🤤.. Currently Aprilia 457 rocks❤

[@krishnadasvallat9161]

U mentioned Yamaha's reliability. Are Kawasaki's not Reliable like Yamaha??? 🤔

[@MSHRYDR]

Kawasaki anyday, aprilia has features, but still viby motor, R3 is just underpowered vehicle worst. Kawasaki does have good tuned engine yet refined engine but yes cost is high .

[@KNS_901]

Me can't tune into 720p still watching.😂😂

[@kaushikkarmakar2312]

Thats not fair …. Who will introduce the cameraman ?

[@joek81981]

I love every single thing about the RS457 except the front wheel. In every other regard, they've splurged on the bike, but the front wheel, and the brake associated with it is so cheap. If it had proper front brakes, and a 120, I'd leave my zx4rr for it.

[@joek81981]

Something tells me I'd love to get stoned with these three dudes.

[@rajeshmb6745]

Want a spec sheet Buy Aprrilla , Want Reliable Motorcycle for few year, Go with Kawasaki, For everything else : R3 is good option.

[@mohan5530]

Mental funda🤣🤣

[@vickeysingh2044]

Chutiya logic

[@richiepatil]

Finally someone that understands!

[@XDdbo123]

R3 is actually old Kawasaki is great the service may be hard to find but their job done is amazing Aprilla maybe will be better in few years also newer bike so problem may come

[@tajdistributors8777]

RS 457❤

[@3mmbgmi]

If you want peace of mind go with Yamaha or kawa. The more tech in 457 invites more future problems in the tech. Also Italian engines aren't the most reliable. Japanese makes the most reliable engines

[@thethirdeye4541]

Where is rc 39T

[@RajeshPal-md3mc]

Rs457🔥🔥🔥

[@woobaby715]

to everbody whose reading this. if u going for ninja500 in future then drop the plan and go for ninja400.. 500 is actually a 450 and thrs ntg much diff. in engine power. 2+bhp thts it.. save ur money cuz all this tech aint tht matter in lower cc bikes

[@samhaokip9126]

Even if the R3 was to be priced 50k lower than the Aprilia, I'd still buy the Aprilia.

[@aakashpaul9586]

Interesting. How much lower do you think R3 should be priced for it to become a good purchase?

[@parkappanigga]

​@@aakashpaul9586 The r3 should be like 6k eur for it to be worth it. It lacks most tech and looks way older than the other 2. The Ninja is 7.3k and aprilia is 7.2k eur.

[@ksavaneesh5383]

Red Shirt guy keeps interrupting, next time can you ask him to shut his ass for sometime?

[@jamessarungbam3598]

honda Cbr 400rr will knock out all

[@poorneshkumar8315]

Ninja 400 ke sath compair karona.

[@bhaveshpatelsgr]

The very first line of the video is wrong 🙄

[@chris5k132]

457 all day

[@DBCreative2]

Iam small rider😮😮😮😢😢❤❤❤❤

[@charlesvincent1391]

Why does someone need traction control on a sub 500cc bike 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@RishabTiwari-c6y]

Definitely aprillia 457

[@I_am_Saveen]

Coping hard for r3 yeh 😂

[@Neerajdevil07]

Wtf location please

[@AaronDuhsaka]

Kawi❤