Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2022 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	76 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	55 mm
Engine power	Engine power	68.2 HP	Engine power	188 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	12,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	65.7 Nm	Torque	113 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	115 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.8	Compression Ratio	12.9
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel
Technology	Technology	Petal	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	185 kg	Kerb Weight	208 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2022

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

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

Ninja fans have no choice but to buy the new 10. It is lighter, stronger, easier to handle and yet easier to ride than any other ZX-10R to date. Even compared to the other Japanese bikes, the Kawa presents itself as superior. Besides the European bikes, emotions, preferences for certain colours and shapes certainly come into play.

Extremely precise traction control

efficient braking system

integrated electronics

positive ABS system

high engine power.

Suboptimal transmission - tight gearshifts.