The 2026 Bajaj Dominar 400 is a muscular naked bike for riders who want strong single-cylinder performance and long-distance comfort at an affordable price. Its 349cc liquid-cooled engine makes 40 hp and 33.2 Nm, with an 800 mm seat and a 13-litre tank.
The 2026 Yamaha MT-03 is an accessible 321cc naked bike designed for new and intermediate riders seeking an agile, confidence-inspiring platform. Its parallel-twin engine delivers smooth, manageable power with a lightweight frame, making it ideal for urban commuting and spirited weekend riding. Known for its approachable performance and affordability, the MT-03 excels at teaching proper riding fundamentals.
Both are naked bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
2026 Bajaj Dominar 400: Designed for mixed commuting and weekend sport-touring duty rather than outright performance or racing.
2026 Yamaha MT-03: It's designed primarily for commuting, city riding, and learning the fundamentals of naked-sportbike handling and light cornering.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Bajaj Dominar 400 if you want more torque. Choose the 2026 Yamaha MT-03 if you want lighter weight and a lower seat. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Bajaj Dominar 400 | 2026 Yamaha MT-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Naked | Naked |
| Color Options | Aurora Green, Charcoal Black | Team Yamaha Blue, Ice Storm, Matte Stealth Black |
| Comments | Windscreen. Sold in India. | LCD meter provides easy-to-absorb information. |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 349.1 ccm (21.30 cubic inches) | 321.0 ccm (19.59 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Single, four-stroke | Parallel Twin, four-stroke |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel Consumption | - | 4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l or 56.00 mpg) |
| Bore x Stroke | - | 68.0 x 44.1 mm (2.7 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression | - | 11.2:1 |
| Ignition | - | TCI |
| Lubrication System | - | Wet sump |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 40.0 HP (29.4 kW) @ 9000 RPM | ✓42.0 HP (30.7 kW) @ 10750 RPM |
| Torque | ✓33.2 Nm (3.4 kgf-m or 24.5 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM | 29.6 Nm (3.0 kgf-m or 21.8 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.2073 HP/kg (wet) | 0.2482 HP/kg (wet) |
| 0-60 mph | - | 5.00 seconds |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | - | 5.40 seconds |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Beam type perimeter | Diamond Tubular |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic, 43 mm USD Fork | KYB inverted forks, Ø37.0 mm inner tube |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-step adjustable Mono shock with Nitrox | Single shock; 7-step preload adjustable |
| Front Wheel Travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 110 mm (4.3 inches) | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 157 mm (6.2 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | - | 25.0° |
| Trail | - | 95 mm (3.7 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Wet, Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch | Multiplate wet |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Single disc. ABS. | Single disc. ABS |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. ABS. | Single disc. ABS |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 110/70-17 | 110/70-R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 150/60-17 | 140/70-R17 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1453 mm (57.2 inches) | 1380 mm (54.3 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2156 mm (84.9 inches) | 2090 mm (82.3 inches) |
| Overall Width | 863 mm (34.0 inches) | 754 mm (29.7 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1243 mm (48.9 inches) | 1069 mm (42.1 inches) |
| Seat Height | 800 mm (31.5 inches) | ✓780 mm (30.7 inches) |
| Wet Weight | 193.0 kg (425.5 pounds) | ✓169.2 kg (373.0 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons) | ✓14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | - | 2.40 litres (2.54 US quarts) |
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