2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 vs 2024 Kawasaki Z500

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Technical score (estimate)

Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.

Top on paper
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550
100 pts
2024 Kawasaki Z500
0 pts

Usage fit (estimate)

Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.

City / commute

2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550
52.8 pts
Best fit here
2024 Kawasaki Z500
61.8 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550
74.9 pts
2024 Kawasaki Z500
34.5 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550
93.8 pts
2024 Kawasaki Z500
19.8 pts

New rider friendly

2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550
31.5 pts
Best fit here
2024 Kawasaki Z500
74.7 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 81 cm Tallest seat here
  • 2024 Kawasaki Z500 78.5 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 cm.

Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).

Auto summary from specs

Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.

  • Power spans 52 hp (2024 Kawasaki Z500) up to 61 hp (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550).
  • Torque spans 42.6 Nm (2024 Kawasaki Z500) up to 55 Nm (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550).
  • Weight spans 176 kg (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550) to 181 kg (2024 Kawasaki Z500).
  • Displacement spans 500 cc (2024 Kawasaki Z500) to 550 cc (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550).

Reader votes so far — total 1: 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 (1); 2024 Kawasaki Z500 (0).

Specification QJ MOTOR SRK 550 Kawasaki Z500
Brand QJMOTOR KAWASAKI
Model QJ MOTOR SRK 550 Kawasaki Z500
Engine size 550cc 500cc
Power 61hp 52hp
Torque 55nm. 42.6nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 176kg 181kg
Front brake Disc ø320mm(dual)(ABS) Single semi-floating disc Ø310mm Balanced actuation double piston
Rear brake Disc ø260mm(ABS) Single disc Ø220mm Telescopic fork
Seat height (cm) 81cm 78.5cm
Front tyre 120/70ZR17 110/70R17 M/K 54H
Rear tyre 160/60ZR17 150/60R17 M/K 66H
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Telescopic Upside-Down Telescopic fork Ø41mm
Rear suspension Telescopic coil spring oil damped Uni-Trak with lower link, gas-charged shock and spring preload adjustability
Motorcycle type Naked Naked
Top speed 210km/h 190km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 15 L – 5.3 L/100km 14 L – 3.8 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price Price not listed. $5599
Brand price lists View QJMOTOR price list View KAWASAKI price list
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2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 vs 2024 Kawasaki Z500: listed specifications

The 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 and 2024 Kawasaki Z500 are closely matched in weight, while the SRK 550 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

SRK 550 has a larger listed engine displacement (550 cc vs 500 cc).

Peak power

SRK 550 has a clear listed power advantage (61 hp vs 52 hp).

Torque

SRK 550 has a clear listed torque advantage (55 Nm vs 42.6 Nm).

Listed top speed

SRK 550 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (210 km/h vs 190 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

SRK 550 and Z500 have very similar listed weights (176 kg vs 181 kg). Z500 has a lower listed seat height (78.5 cm vs 81 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of QJ MOTOR SRK 550 vs Kawasaki Z500?

QJ MOTOR SRK 550 is listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) vs 190 km/h (118 mph) for Kawasaki Z500.

Which has more horsepower, QJ MOTOR SRK 550 or Kawasaki Z500?

QJ MOTOR SRK 550 has 61 hp compared with 52 hp on the Kawasaki Z500.

Which is lighter, QJ MOTOR SRK 550 or Kawasaki Z500?

QJ MOTOR SRK 550 is lighter at 176 kg vs 181 kg for Kawasaki Z500.

Which is better, QJ MOTOR SRK 550 or Kawasaki Z500?

It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.