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Kawasaki Z650 2021 vs. KTM 690 Duke R 2013

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

KTM 690 Duke R 2013

KTM 690 Duke R 2013

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2021 vs KTM 690 Duke R 2013

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

KTM 690 Duke R 2013

KTM 690 Duke R 2013

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2021 compared to KTM 690 Duke R 2013

Kawasaki Z650 2021
KTM 690 Duke R 2013
Kawasaki Z650 2021
Kawasaki Z650 2021
KTM 690 Duke R 2013
KTM 690 Duke R 2013

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore102 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke84.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power70 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque70 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesRocker arm, OHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement690 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRide by Wire

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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,466 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height865 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight185 kgKerb Weight149.5 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Even in 2021, the Kawasaki Z 650 stands for easy riding with great looks and good equipment. Both seat height and engine are very accessible and will give both experienced riders and newcomers a lot of pleasure. If you are looking for an honest naked bike without any big surprises, this is the bike for you. Due to its compact dimensions, however, you should try it out before buying and perhaps go for the raised seat.

accessible two-cylinder

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Probably uncomfortable for tall riders

adrenaline level in the saddle lower than with the competition

KTM 690 Duke R 2013

KTM 690 Duke R 2013

That the KTM 690 Duke R is the better motorbike is clear just from looking at the two machines from the outside. The Akrapovic exhaust and the WP suspension elements simply work and sound better.

Monobloc brakes

Akrapovic exhaust

WP suspension elements

higher lean angle clearance.

Lack of comfort

no weather protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs KTM 690 Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z650

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Price KTM 690 Duke R

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