KAWASAKI Z650 vs CF MOTO 650NK vs 2024 HONDA CB650R
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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.
- KAWASAKI Z650 79 cm
- CF MOTO 650NK 78 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 HONDA CB650R 81 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3 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 61 hp (CF MOTO 650NK) up to 95 hp (2024 HONDA CB650R).
- Torque spans 56 Nm (CF MOTO 650NK) up to 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Z650).
- Weight spans 188 kg (KAWASAKI Z650) to 206 kg (CF MOTO 650NK).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Z650 | CF MOTO 650NK | HONDA CB650R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | CF MOTO | HONDA |
| Model | KAWASAKI Z650 | CF MOTO 650NK | HONDA CB650R |
| Engine size | 650cc | 650cc | 650cc |
| Power | 68hp | 61hp | 95hp |
| Torque | 64nm. | 56nm. | 63nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 188kg | 206kg | 205kg |
| Front brake | 300 mm dual discs, dual-piston caliper | hydraulic dual disc (J.JUAN calipers) | 310 mm x 4.5 mm double disc with four piston caliper |
| Rear brake | 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper | hydraulic single disc with ABS (J.JUAN calipers) | 240 mm x 5 mm disc with single piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 79cm | 78cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70 ZR17 (PIRELLI) | 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 160/60 ZR17 (PIRELLI) | 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm telescopic fork | KYB inverted fork telescopic | 41mm Showa Separate Function front Fork Big Piston (SFF-BP) USD forks |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal back-link with preload adjustment | KYB Single central shock absorber | Monoshock damper with 10 stage adjustable preload, 43.5mm stroke |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 220km/h | 210km/h | 235km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 4 L/100km | 17 L – 6 L/100km | 15.4 L – 5.5 L/100km |
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| Price | $8149 | $6000 | $9399 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View CF MOTO price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -Assist Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator -Dual Throttle Valves |
-Euro5, Slipper Clutch -Ghost display, Navigation, Bluetooth Connectivity -Power modes: Sport and Economic -Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
-A.S.clutch E-Clutch, 5-inch full colour TFT screen, -Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), (HSTC) Honda Selectable Torque Control, -HSS |
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KAWASAKI Z650 vs CF MOTO 650NK vs HONDA CB650R: which is better for you?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Z650 vs CF MOTO 650NK?
KAWASAKI Z650 is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for CF MOTO 650NK.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Z650 or CF MOTO 650NK?
KAWASAKI Z650 has 68 hp compared with 61 hp on the CF MOTO 650NK.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Z650 or CF MOTO 650NK?
KAWASAKI Z650 is lighter at 188 kg vs 206 kg for CF MOTO 650NK.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Z650 or CF MOTO 650NK?
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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