Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs. KTM 125 Duke 2011

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2011

KTM 125 Duke 2011

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 compared to KTM 125 Duke 2011

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023
KTM 125 Duke 2011

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore58 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke47.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque12 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement124.7 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 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 width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,350 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)193 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)125 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity11 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA1

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

KTM 125 Duke 2011

KTM 125 Duke 2011

High-quality, visually very appealing and yet easy to modify using the Power Parts programme supplied.

new engine

WP spring elements

LED light

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

Price Kawasaki Ninja 650

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Price KTM 125 Duke

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