Honda CB650R vs Kawasaki Z650
Honda CB650R vs Kawasaki Z650 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2019 and since 2017.
Key differences
- More power: Honda CB650R (70 vs 50 kW)
- Lighter: Kawasaki Z650 (187 vs 207 kg, with fluids)
- Lower seat: Kawasaki Z650 (790 vs 810 mm)
- Cheaper new: Kawasaki Z650 (£6,400 vs £8,300, DE list price)
| Specs | Honda CB650R | Kawasaki Z650 |
|---|---|---|
| Years | since 2019 | since 2017 |
| Type | Naked | Naked |
| Licence | A2 with restriction kit | A2 with restriction kit |
| Engine | 649 cm³, 4 cyl. | 649 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 70 kW / 95 hp | 50 kW / 68 hp |
| Weight | 207 kg (with fluids) | 187 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 790 mm |
| ABS | ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | 15.4 l | 15 l |
| Fuel use | 4.7 l/100 km | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 280 km | 280 km |
| New price (official list, DE) | £8,300 | £6,400 |
| Used price (estimate) | £5,400 - £7,900 | £4,300 - £7,100 |
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Honda CB650R: Weak points
- Little wind protection
- Not great for a passenger
Kawasaki Z650: Weak points
- Basic, budget suspension
- Little wind protection
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Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.