Triumph America 2014 vs. Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Triumph America 2014

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Overview - Triumph America 2014 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Triumph America 2014

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Technical Specifications Triumph America 2014 compared to Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Triumph America 2014

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Triumph America 2014

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	90 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	61 HP	Engine power	68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	72 Nm	Torque	65.7 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.2	Compression Ratio	10.8
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	865 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	16 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	15 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,420 mm	Length	2,055 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,617 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	690 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	250 kg	Kerb Weight	185 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19.3 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph America 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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