Kawasaki Z650 2017 vs. Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

Kawasaki Z650 2017

Kawasaki Z650 2017

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2017 vs Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

Kawasaki Z650 2017

Kawasaki Z650 2017

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2017 compared to Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

Kawasaki Z650 2017
Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power72 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,400 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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 mmLength2,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight185 kgKerb Weight202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2017

Kawasaki Z650 2017

The Kawasaki Z 650 is the tip of the middle class for small male and female riders. On its compact dimensions, you probably won't feel comfortable as a giant. Heart-warming feelings, however, come from the engine, which delights with a very smooth pull. On the chassis side, a Kawasaki-typical tight set-up was chosen, which finds a great compromise in everyday use. The negative display is very easy to read and is reminiscent of its predecessor, the ER-6n - very nice!

Even power delivery

sporty chassis

compact dimensions

negative display

a little too small for tall people

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2014

The Suzuki's top performer is clearly its engine; the V2 is wonderfully agile and powerful. This often makes up for the somewhat feminine appearance, which this racy engine does not really deserve.

solid handling

good ergonomics

powerful V2 engine

cheap-looking swingarm

telescopic fork

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius

Price Kawasaki Z650

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Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius

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