Kawasaki Z650 2021 vs. Yamaha R1 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Yamaha R1 2021

Yamaha R1 2021

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2021 vs Yamaha R1 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Yamaha R1 2021

Yamaha R1 2021

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2021 compared to Yamaha R1 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021
Yamaha R1 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque112.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque11,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio13
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsLaunch-Control, Traction control

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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)199 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity17 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

Yamaha R1 2021

Yamaha R1 2021

The Yamaha YZF-R1 is mature and makes countless racetrack pilots happy. The engine shines with lightness and agility, the seating position surprises positively and the handling is radical but still "suitable for the masses". The machine immediately stands out visually and also because of the heart-warming sound. Especially on the country road, the bike scores with its well-known strengths: great engine, great electronics, great package! A real pleasure to ride!

powerful engine

clean response

great but not intrusive sound

stable chassis

high-quality electronics

wonderfully noble overall impression

Brake not 100 per cent satisfactory on the race track

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs Yamaha R1

Price Kawasaki Z650

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Price Yamaha R1

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