KTM RC 125 2019 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

KTM RC 125 2019

KTM RC 125 2019

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

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Overview - KTM RC 125 2019 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

KTM RC 125 2019

KTM RC 125 2019

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Technical Specifications KTM RC 125 2019 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

KTM RC 125 2019
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore58 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke47.2 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque12 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.6 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement124.7 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 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 width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,340 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)135 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity10 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM RC 125 2019

KTM RC 125 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

To judge the Kawasaki Ninja 650 purely on its paper form would be a serious mistake. The two-day test showed once again that performance data carries more weight at the pub table than in the wild. Kawa's sports tourer does exactly what it is supposed to and, thanks to the constant revision and the new features added for 2023, is still an enrichment for the class. Only hobby racers should be warned, as the name Ninja still stirs up a certain expectation that the 650 does not fully meet.

suitable for touring

comfortable

safety package

very accessible

ergonomically versatile

typical Ninja look

Chassis and brakes only average

adjustment of the rear shock absorber laborious

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM RC 125 vs Kawasaki Ninja 650

Price KTM RC 125

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Price Kawasaki Ninja 650

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