Kawasaki Z650 S: specs and comparison
Kawasaki Z650 S (Naked, since 2026): 649 cc engine, 50.2 kW / 67 bhp, 190 kg (kerb weight), seat height 805 mm. Licence: A2 with restrictor kit.
Also written as: Kawasaki Z650S
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Kawasaki Z650 Ssince 2026 · 649 cc · 50 kW
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Specs
Generation since 2026
| Years | since 2026 |
|---|---|
| Type | Naked |
| Licence | A2 with restrictor kit |
| Engine | 649 cc, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 50.2 kW / 67 bhp |
| Torque | 64 Nm at 6700 rpm |
| Weight | 190 kg (kerb weight) |
| Seat height | 805 mm |
| Suspension travel | front 125 mm, rear 130 mm |
| Max load | 200 kg (rider, passenger, luggage) |
| ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 15 l |
| Fuel use | 61 mpg (4.6 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 175 miles |
| New price (UK) | £7,199 |
Why it's worth it
- Engine with real character
- Strong brakes
- Smooth, predictable power
Watch out
- Basic, budget suspension
- Little wind protection
What to check on a used one
- Crash damage: bar ends, levers, footpegs, scratched covers
- Chain and sprockets: slack, stiff links, hooked teeth
- Service history: stamps and invoices
Compare with rivals
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- Honda CB650R 649 cc · 70 kW · seat 810 mm
- Italjet Dragster 700 Twin 698 cc · 51 kW · seat 815 mm
- Triumph Trident 660 660 cc · 70 kW · seat 810 mm
- Suzuki SV-7S 645 cc · 54 kW · seat 785 mm
Questions
Is the Kawasaki Z650 S A2-legal?
Yes, with a restrictor kit to 35 kW: A2 allows restricting bikes whose full power is up to 70 kW, and this one makes 50.2 kW.
What is the seat height of the Kawasaki Z650 S?
805 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inside leg.
How much does the Kawasaki Z650 S weigh?
190 kg (kerb weight).
What is the fuel use and range of the Kawasaki Z650 S?
About 61 mpg (4.6 l/100 km); with the 15 l tank that is roughly 175 miles (280 km) before the fuel light comes on.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.