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Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020
Kawasaki Z650 2021
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020
Kawasaki Z650 2021
Kawasaki Z650 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore88.9 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power68 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque96 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,202 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter39 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel92 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel41 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake30 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail117 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,200 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,515 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height735 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)256 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron vs Kawasaki Z650

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z650

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