Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs. Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore83 mmBore87 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke63.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power92 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque75 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake25 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail99 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth740 mmWidth780 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)193 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)190 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity15.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Honda CB750 Hornet

Price Kawasaki Ninja 650

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Price Honda CB750 Hornet

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