2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs CF MOTO 650MT
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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 Ninja 500 78.5 cm Lowest seat here
- CF MOTO 650MT 82 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3.5 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 Ninja 500) up to 61 hp (CF MOTO 650MT).
- Torque spans 42.6 Nm (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) up to 56 Nm (CF MOTO 650MT).
- Weight spans 184 kg (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) to 205 kg (CF MOTO 650MT).
- Displacement spans 500 cc (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) to 650 cc (CF MOTO 650MT).
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| Specification | Kawasaki Ninja 500 | CF MOTO 650MT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | CF MOTO |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja 500 | CF MOTO 650MT |
| Engine size | 500cc | 650cc |
| Power | 52hp | 61hp |
| Torque | 42.6nm. | 56nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 184kg | 205kg |
| Front brake | Single disc with balanced actuation dual pistons | hydraulic dual disc with ABS (J.JUAN calipers) |
| Rear brake | Ø220mm Double piston | hydraulic single disc with ABS (J.JUAN calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 78.5cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70R17 M/K 54H | 120/70 ZR17 (METZELER) |
| Rear tyre | 150/60R17 M/K 66H | 160/60 ZR17 (METZELER) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Ø41mm | Inverted fork telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak with lower link, gas-charged shock and spring preload adjustability | Single central shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Adventure |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 3.8 L/100km | 18 L – 5.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5299 | $6400 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -Shad brand side cases, windshield, protection bars -Euro5, Slipper Clutch -Ghost display, Bluetooth, and Navigation features -Power modes: Sport and Economic -Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
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2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs 2023 CF MOTO 650MT: listed specifications
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 and 2023 CF MOTO 650MT differ on the listed specifications: the Ninja 500 has a lower listed weight, and the 650MT has more displacement, peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
650MT has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (650 cc vs 500 cc).
Peak power
650MT has a clear listed power advantage (61 hp vs 52 hp).
Torque
650MT has a clear listed torque advantage (56 Nm vs 42.6 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja 500 and 650MT have very similar listed top speeds (200 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja 500 is notably lighter on the listed weight (184 kg vs 205 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: 650MT is listed higher (82 cm) than Ninja 500 (78.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, weight and seat height, while listed top speed remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs CF MOTO 650MT?
Both are listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or CF MOTO 650MT?
CF MOTO 650MT has 61 hp compared with 52 hp on the Kawasaki Ninja 500.
Which is lighter, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or CF MOTO 650MT?
Kawasaki Ninja 500 is lighter at 184 kg vs 205 kg for CF MOTO 650MT.
Which is better, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or CF MOTO 650MT?
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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