Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs. Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow Spirit 2010

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow Spirit 2010

Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow Spirit 2010

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow Spirit 2010

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2022 compared to Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow Spirit 2010

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow Spirit 2010

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Honda VT 750 C2 Shadow Spirit 2010

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	79 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	68.2 HP	Engine power	46 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	65.7 Nm	Torque	64 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.8	Compression Ratio	9.6
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	3
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	745 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Three pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single 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	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Length	Length	2,055 mm	Length	2,440 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,655 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	650 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	185 kg	Kerb Weight	252 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Even in 2021, the Kawasaki Z 650 stands for easy riding with great looks and good equipment. Both seat height and engine are very accessible and will give both experienced riders and newcomers a lot of pleasure. If you are looking for an honest naked bike without any big surprises, this is the bike for you. Due to its compact dimensions, however, you should try it out before buying and perhaps go for the raised seat.

accessible two-cylinder

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Probably uncomfortable for tall riders

adrenaline level in the saddle lower than with the competition