Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023 vs. Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Overview - Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023 compared to Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	78 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.8 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	47 HP	Engine power	68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	52.3 Nm	Torque	65.7 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,650 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.5	Compression Ratio	10.8
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	648 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	125 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	101 mm	Travel	130 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	300 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	200 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,260 mm	Length	2,055 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,500 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	740 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	241 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	187.1 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Royal Enfield has given its new flagship the full name Super Meteor, and lo and behold, the likeable 650 is indeed a big hit. In future, the competition will have to dress warmly to keep up. The traditional Indian manufacturer has used its proven strengths and stepped up a gear with this cruiser, not only in terms of look and feel. The pretty Super Meteor 650 is a logical addition to the portfolio and will make many buyers happy.

Well-balanced motorbike

harmonious engine

high-quality feel

connectivity as standard

high-speed stability

powerful LED headlight

top price-performance ratio

Standard seat is a strain on long journeys

windshield undersized for tall people.

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

With the RS, Kawasaki proves that it has mastered the art of retro bikes. You immediately forget that underneath the pretty dress is the normal Z650, because thanks to the right details, the retro design has been convincingly implemented. In the saddle, you enjoy the accessibility that you know from the technical sister. A retro bike that both beginners and experienced bikers will really enjoy!

perfectly realised retro design

analogue displays

lively engine,accessible handling

powerful brakes

comfortable ergonomics

adjustable levers

real eye-catcher

slightly softer sound