Honda CBR650R 2024 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Overview - Honda CBR650R 2024 vs Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

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Technical Specifications Honda CBR650R 2024 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Honda CBR650R 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	46 mm	Stroke	58.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	45.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	12,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	63 Nm	Torque	42.6 Nm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.6	Compression Ratio	11.3
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	451 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	128 mm	Travel	130 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	64.5 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	101 mm	Trail	92 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,120 mm	Length	1,995 mm
Width	Width	750 mm	Width	730 mm
Height	Height	1,150 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,375 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	208 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	172 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.4 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	112 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	89.01 g/km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	Connectivity, Keyless System, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR650R 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE 2024

The Kawasaki Ninja 500 SE impresses as a versatile bike with an excellent power-to-weight ratio that is suitable for both sporty riding and everyday use. With a powerful 450cc two-cylinder engine and a weight of just 171 kg, it offers agile handling and sporty riding performance. The riding position is comfortable and the brakes and clutch work precisely and reliably. Although the bike has no traction control, the engine is easy to control. The outdated display and menu navigation as well as the average sound of the engine are criticised. Despite these shortcomings, the Ninja 500 SE offers excellent value for money and is an attractive choice for riders in the A2 segment.

Agile handling and sporty riding performance

Good power-to-weight ratio

Comfortable riding position

Reliable brakes and clutch

No need for traction control

Attractive price-performance ratio

Outdated display and menu navigation Average sound of the motor