Kawasaki Z650 2024 vs. Honda CB500F 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Honda CB500F 2019

Honda CB500F 2019

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2024 vs Honda CB500F 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Honda CB500F 2019

Honda CB500F 2019

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2024 compared to Honda CB500F 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2024
Honda CB500F 2019

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power68 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio10.7
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

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
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,075 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)191 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity15.7 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

The Kawasaki Z 650 is probably the most docile motorbike in the naked bike segment. And that is to be understood in an absolutely positive way - as long as you are not particularly tall and heavy. It is slim, light, agile and accessible. All the controls, but also the engine, do not overwhelm. If you are looking for spectacular performance, you should go for the Z 900, but if you are looking for a nimble and easy-to-ride motorbike, you will be satisfied.

Very accessible handling

Very compact and easy to manoeuvre

Motorcycle appears light and compact

Gives small riders a lot of confidence

Adjustable levers

Not enough space on the bike for tall riders

bike looks a class smaller than 650cc overall

engine looks a bit tame

very defensive seating position

handlebars too narrow and cranked too much for a naked bike.

Honda CB500F 2019

Honda CB500F 2019

In summary, the new CB500F still fully lives up to the motto "playful and effortless". Thanks to modifications in the intake and exhaust area, the engine now delivers 4% more in the rev range between 3,000 and 7,000 revs, which should be positively noticeable in the less fast but all the more important everyday operation. The other innovations such as the anti-hopping clutch, LCD display with gear indicator and the proud handlebars make life even easier for two-wheeled beginners. In my opinion, there is no need for traction control on A2 machines. On the contrary, I think it can't hurt to learn how to use the right hand yourself at the beginning. The CB500F is indeed ideally suited for precisely this beginning. And experienced riders could also be truly thrilled by its smoothness. Especially when the road goes downhill.

Playful and easy to handle

high-revving engine with linear power delivery

low fuel consumption

smooth clutch

smart LCD display with all information

Brake needs a lot of force on the lever

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs Honda CB500F

Price Kawasaki Z650

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Price Honda CB500F

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