Honda CB650F vs Kawasaki Z650
Honda CB650F vs Kawasaki Z650 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: 2017-2018 and since 2017.
Key differences
- More power: Honda CB650F (67 vs 50 kW)
- Lighter: Kawasaki Z650 (188 vs 208 kg, kerb weight)
- Lower seat: Kawasaki Z650 (790 vs 810 mm)
- Longer range: Honda CB650F (about 205 vs 175 miles)
- Licence: Honda CB650F - Full A only; Kawasaki Z650 - A2 with restrictor kit
| Specs | Honda CB650F | Kawasaki Z650 |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2017-2018 | since 2017 |
| Type | Naked | Naked |
| Licence | Full A only | A2 with restrictor kit |
| Engine | 649 cc, 4 cyl. | 649 cc, 2 cyl. |
| Power | ✓67 kW / 90 bhp (best value) | 50 kW / 67 bhp |
| Torque | - | 64 Nm at 6700 rpm |
| Weight | 208 kg (kerb weight) | ✓188 kg (kerb weight) (best value) |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 790 mm |
| Suspension travel | no data | front 125 mm, rear 130 mm |
| Max load | no data | 200 kg (rider, passenger, luggage) |
| ABS | ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | ✓17.3 l (best value) | 15 l |
| Fuel use | 61 mpg (4.6 l/100 km) | 61 mpg (4.6 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | ✓205 miles (best value) | 175 miles |
| Used price (estimate) | £4,300 - £4,600 | £3,500 - £5,800 |
| New price (official German list, converted) | - | £6,400 |
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Honda CB650F: Watch out
- Basic, budget suspension
- Little wind protection
Kawasaki Z650: Watch out
- Basic, budget suspension
- Little wind protection
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Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.