Yamaha XJ6 2009 vs. Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

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Overview - Yamaha XJ6 2009 vs Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Technical Specifications Yamaha XJ6 2009 compared to Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Yamaha XJ6 2009
Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore65.5 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke44.5 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power78 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque59.7 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement600 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,120 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height790 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.3 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Despite the common basis, the XJ appears much younger and more aggressive. A mid-cass motorbike that by no means makes you feel mid-range. Except for the swingarm, the motorbike appears quite high-quality and cool. The bike is a little easier to handle than the Diversion.

rider-friendly performance characteristics

optimal clutch

playful, lighter handling

seat comfort

individual look

young

aggressive

high-quality.

Design components not too demanding

torque development

Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XJ6 vs Kawasaki Z650 50th Anniversary

Price Yamaha XJ6

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