Kawasaki Z650 vs Suzuki Bandit 650
Kawasaki Z650 vs Suzuki Bandit 650 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2017 and 2007-2016.
Key differences
- More power: Suzuki Bandit 650 (63 vs 50 kW)
- Weights are not directly comparable: Kawasaki Z650 - 188 kg (kerb weight); Suzuki Bandit 650 - 218 kg (wet or dry not stated).
- Longer range: Suzuki Bandit 650 (about 195 vs 175 miles)
| Specs | Kawasaki Z650 | Suzuki Bandit 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Years | since 2017 | 2007-2016 |
| Type | Naked | Naked |
| Licence | A2 with restrictor kit | A2 with restrictor kit |
| Engine | 649 cc, 2 cyl. | 656 cc, 4 cyl. |
| Power | 50 kW / 67 bhp | ✓62.5 kW / 84 bhp (best value) |
| Torque | 64 Nm at 6700 rpm | - |
| Weight | 188 kg (kerb weight) | 218 kg (wet or dry not stated) |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Suspension travel | front 125 mm, rear 130 mm | no data |
| Max load | 200 kg (rider, passenger, luggage) | no data |
| ABS | ABS | ABS optional |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | 15 l | ✓19 l (best value) |
| Fuel use | ✓61 mpg (4.6 l/100 km) (best value) | 53 mpg (5.3 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 175 miles | ✓195 miles (best value) |
| New price (official German list, converted) | £6,400 | - |
| Used price (estimate) | £3,500 - £5,800 | £3,400 - £5,400 |
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Kawasaki Z650: Watch out
- Basic, budget suspension
- Little wind protection
Suzuki Bandit 650: Watch out
- Little wind protection
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Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.