Kawasaki Z650 2024 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2024 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2024 compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power68 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.5
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement890 ccm

Suspension Front

DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

TravelTravel130 mmTravel117 mm

Chassis

RakeRake65.5 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter245 mm

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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,090 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)194 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

The Kawasaki Z 650 is probably the most docile motorbike in the naked bike segment. And that is to be understood in an absolutely positive way - as long as you are not particularly tall and heavy. It is slim, light, agile and accessible. All the controls, but also the engine, do not overwhelm. If you are looking for spectacular performance, you should go for the Z 900, but if you are looking for a nimble and easy-to-ride motorbike, you will be satisfied.

Very accessible handling

Very compact and easy to manoeuvre

Motorcycle appears light and compact

Gives small riders a lot of confidence

Adjustable levers

Not enough space on the bike for tall riders

bike looks a class smaller than 650cc overall

engine looks a bit tame

very defensive seating position

handlebars too narrow and cranked too much for a naked bike.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

The Yamaha MT-09 SP already had it easy in the previous generation, as it is the even more refined version of an already really good, because wonderfully agile fun machine! The current SP version is no different, but it has been improved even further. A little more power, increased torque and better-tuned electronics make it even more fun. As expected, the suspension with classier KYB and Öhlins components works excellently, the brakes could be a little sharper, but the seating position is still what you would expect from such an agile and easily controllable fun machine. The few quirks like the small TFT display or the controversial light mask in no way make it worse, but simply an even more independent personality!

Extremely agile and powerful engine

comfortable riding position

high-quality suspension elements from KYB and Öhlins

good quickshifter with blipper

distinctive look.

Small TFT display

horn half-heartedly installed at the front

wide turning circle

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP

Price Kawasaki Z650

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Price Yamaha MT-09 SP

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