HONDA CB750 Hornet vs KAWASAKI Z650
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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.
- HONDA CB750 Hornet 79.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z650 79 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 68 hp (KAWASAKI Z650) up to 92 hp (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Torque spans 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Z650) up to 75 Nm (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Weight spans 188 kg (KAWASAKI Z650) to 190 kg (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Displacement spans 650 cc (KAWASAKI Z650) to 750 cc (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
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| Specification | HONDA CB750 Hornet | KAWASAKI Z650 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | KAWASAKI |
| Model | HONDA CB750 Hornet | KAWASAKI Z650 |
| Engine size | 750cc | 650cc |
| Power | 92hp | 68hp |
| Torque | 75nm. | 64nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 190kg | 188kg |
| Front brake | Dual 296mm x 4mm disc with Nissin radial mount 4 piston calipers | 300 mm dual discs, dual-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm x 5mm disc with single piston caliper | 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 79.5cm | 79cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR-17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR-17 | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa 41mm SFF-BPTMTM USD, 130mm travel | 41 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 150mm travel | Horizontal back-link with preload adjustment |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 220km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15.2 L – 6 L/100km | 15 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8299 | $8149 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Assisted slipper clutch, 5 inch TFT screen, Type C USB -ESS, Three default rider modes; RAIN, STANDARD and SPORT -Three levels of Engine Power, Engine Brake and HSTC with integrated Wheelie Control -USER customisation option between the three levels. Emergency Stop System (ESS) |
-Assist Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator -Dual Throttle Valves |
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2023 HONDA CB750 Hornet vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z650: listed specifications
The 2023 HONDA CB750 Hornet and 2023 KAWASAKI Z650 are closely matched in weight, while the CB750 Hornet has more displacement, peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
CB750 Hornet has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (750 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
CB750 Hornet has a clear listed power advantage (92 hp vs 68 hp).
Torque
CB750 Hornet has a clear listed torque advantage (75 Nm vs 64 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB750 Hornet and Z650 have very similar listed top speeds (220 km/h vs 220 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CB750 Hornet and Z650 have very similar listed weights (190 kg vs 188 kg). CB750 Hornet and Z650 have very similar seat heights (79.5 cm vs 79 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power and torque, while listed top speed, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB750 Hornet vs KAWASAKI Z650?
Both are listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB750 Hornet or KAWASAKI Z650?
HONDA CB750 Hornet has 92 hp compared with 68 hp on the KAWASAKI Z650.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB750 Hornet or KAWASAKI Z650?
KAWASAKI Z650 is lighter at 188 kg vs 190 kg for HONDA CB750 Hornet.
Which is better, HONDA CB750 Hornet or KAWASAKI Z650?
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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