Honda CB125R 2019 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2020

Honda CB125R 2019

Honda CB125R 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

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Overview - Honda CB125R 2019 vs Kawasaki Z650 2020

Honda CB125R 2019

Honda CB125R 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Technical Specifications Honda CB125R 2019 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2020

Honda CB125R 2019
Kawasaki Z650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore58 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke57.2 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power13.3 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque10 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement125 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65.8 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail90.2 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

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
LengthLength2,015 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,345 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height816 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)126 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity10.1 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB125R 2019

Honda CB125R 2019

The smallest representative of Honda's naked bikes does not need to hide at any time, because at least visually it is hardly inferior to its larger Neo Sports Cafe sisters. Admittedly, the 13.3 hp peak power is not the measure of all things in the 125cc segment, but the Honda can score points for this with a ready-to-ride weight of only 126 kg. The associated playful handling of an A1 motorbike is assured - more beginner-friendly riding is hardly possible! As you would expect from the Japanese manufacturer, the CB125R is amazingly well built for this class of vehicle - bravo!

Good responsiveness...

Top build quality for a 125

Sporty chassis ensures lively handling

All lights in LED

...nevertheless, a little more power would be desirable

seating position somewhat restricted

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

It's simply marvellous what Kawasaki has put together in a complete package with the new Z650. The technical components may not knock your socks off individually, but in combination they make for a pleasantly neutral motorbike that everyone will enjoy. No bitchy idiosyncrasies - simply a naked bike that works really well on winding country roads. Of course, the TFT display, which we don't find in the competition at the moment, is a plus, as is the grown-up look, which is strongly oriented towards the larger Z models. Only the pressure point of the front brake could have been more clearly defined - but you can't have everything in this price range.

powerful two-cylinder engine

aggressive intake noise

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Front brake pressure point

probably uncomfortable for tall riders

Rideology Appn och not 100% sophisticated.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB125R vs Kawasaki Z650

Price Honda CB125R

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Price Kawasaki Z650

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