Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs. KTM 125 Duke 2018

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

KTM 125 Duke 2018

KTM 125 Duke 2018

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs KTM 125 Duke 2018

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

KTM 125 Duke 2018

KTM 125 Duke 2018

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2022 compared to KTM 125 Duke 2018

Kawasaki Z650 2022
KTM 125 Duke 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore58 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke47.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque12 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement125 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,367 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)127 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity11 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA1

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

KTM 125 Duke 2018

KTM 125 Duke 2018

Even in its second generation, the KTM 125 Duke is still the highest-quality overall package in the 125cc naked bike class. Its looks stand out and its equipment is similar to that of larger and significantly more expensive KTM models. As is typical for KTM, the handling comes from the supermoto league, which makes the 125 Duke a real fun machine in tight corners. However, the Orange from Mattighofen should not relax too long on their laurels, because the competition is strong and is already beginning to overtake the ever-popular KTM 125 Duke in some aspects.

powerful engine

low weight

appearance

equipment incl. TFT display

high-quality overall impression

Chassis could be sportier

brake too weak

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs KTM 125 Duke

Price Kawasaki Z650

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Price KTM 125 Duke

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