Kawasaki Z650RS vs Kawasaki Z900RS
Kawasaki Z650RS vs Kawasaki Z900RS side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2022 and since 2026.
Key differences
- More power: Kawasaki Z900RS (85 vs 50 kW)
- Lighter: Kawasaki Z650RS (188 vs 216 kg, with fluids)
- Lower seat: Kawasaki Z650RS (820 vs 835 mm)
- Longer range: Kawasaki Z900RS (about 300 vs 220 km)
- Licence: Kawasaki Z650RS - A2 with restriction kit; Kawasaki Z900RS - A only
- Cheaper new: Kawasaki Z650RS (£7,000 vs £11,200, DE list price)
| Specs | Kawasaki Z650RS | Kawasaki Z900RS |
|---|---|---|
| Years | since 2022 | since 2026 |
| Type | Retro / classic | Retro / classic |
| Licence | A2 with restriction kit | A only |
| Engine | 649 cm³, 2 cyl. | 948 cm³, 4 cyl. |
| Power | 50 kW / 68 hp | 85.3 kW / 116 hp |
| Weight | 188 kg (with fluids) | 216 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 835 mm (low seat 810 mm) |
| ABS | ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | 12 l | 17 l |
| Fuel use | 4.7 l/100 km | 5 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 220 km | 300 km |
| New price (official list, DE) | £7,000 | £11,200 |
| Used price (estimate) | £5,900 - £7,500 | £11,300 |
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Kawasaki Z650RS: Weak points
- Little wind protection
- Not great for a passenger
Kawasaki Z900RS: Weak points
- Popular with thieves
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