2024 Kawasaki Z500 vs CF MOTO 450NK
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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.
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
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 Kawasaki Z500 78.5 cm Lowest seat here
- CF MOTO 450NK 79.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 47 hp (CF MOTO 450NK) up to 52 hp (2024 Kawasaki Z500).
- Torque spans 39 Nm (CF MOTO 450NK) up to 42.6 Nm (2024 Kawasaki Z500).
- Weight spans 165 kg (CF MOTO 450NK) to 181 kg (2024 Kawasaki Z500).
- Displacement spans 450 cc (CF MOTO 450NK) to 500 cc (2024 Kawasaki Z500).
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| Specification | Kawasaki Z500 | CF MOTO 450NK |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | CF MOTO |
| Model | Kawasaki Z500 | CF MOTO 450NK |
| Engine size | 500cc | 450cc |
| Power | 52hp | 47hp |
| Torque | 42.6nm. | 39nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 181kg | 165kg |
| Front brake | Single semi-floating disc Ø310mm Balanced actuation double piston | 320 mm single discs，J.Juan |
| Rear brake | Single disc Ø220mm Telescopic fork | 220 mm single disc，HANGTE |
| Seat height (cm) | 78.5cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70R17 M/K 54H | 110/70 R17 CST AS5 |
| Rear tyre | 150/60R17 M/K 66H | 150/60 R17 CST AS5 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork Ø41mm | upside down telescopic fork, front shock not adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak with lower link, gas-charged shock and spring preload adjustability | central shock, preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 190km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 3.8 L/100km | 14 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5599 | $5399 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -Traction control, riding modes, 5-inch TFT screen with navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Slipper clutch, Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
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2024 Kawasaki Z500 vs 2023 CF MOTO 450NK: listed specifications
The 2024 Kawasaki Z500 and 2023 CF MOTO 450NK differ on the listed specifications: the Z500 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the 450NK has the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Z500 has a larger listed engine displacement (500 cc vs 450 cc).
Peak power
Z500 has a modest listed power advantage (52 hp vs 47 hp).
Torque
Z500 has a modest listed torque advantage (42.6 Nm vs 39 Nm).
Listed top speed
450NK has a modest listed top-speed advantage (200 km/h vs 190 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
450NK is notably lighter on the listed weight (165 kg vs 181 kg). Z500 and 450NK have very similar seat heights (78.5 cm vs 79.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Kawasaki Z500 vs CF MOTO 450NK?
CF MOTO 450NK is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) vs 190 km/h (118 mph) for Kawasaki Z500.
Which has more horsepower, Kawasaki Z500 or CF MOTO 450NK?
Kawasaki Z500 has 52 hp compared with 47 hp on the CF MOTO 450NK.
Which is lighter, Kawasaki Z500 or CF MOTO 450NK?
CF MOTO 450NK is lighter at 165 kg vs 181 kg for Kawasaki Z500.
Which is better, Kawasaki Z500 or CF MOTO 450NK?
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.
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