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Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs. BMW R 18 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

BMW R 18 2022

BMW R 18 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs BMW R 18 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

BMW R 18 2022

BMW R 18 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2022 compared to BMW R 18 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022
BMW R 18 2022
Kawasaki Z650 2022
Kawasaki Z650 2022
BMW R 18 2022
BMW R 18 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore83 mmBore107.1 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke100 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power91 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque158 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio9.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore48 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel90 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake57.3 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail150 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter300 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,440 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,731 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)345 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2022

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

BMW R 18 2022

BMW R 18 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs BMW R 18

Price Kawasaki Z650

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 18

Model year
Current average market prices

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