2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs KAWASAKI Ninja 650
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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
- KAWASAKI Ninja 650 79 cm Tallest 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 52 hp (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) up to 68 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja 650).
- Torque spans 42.6 Nm (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) up to 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja 650).
- Weight spans 184 kg (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) to 193 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja 650).
- Displacement spans 500 cc (2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500) to 650 cc (KAWASAKI Ninja 650).
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| Specification | Kawasaki Ninja 500 | KAWASAKI Ninja 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | KAWASAKI |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja 500 | KAWASAKI Ninja 650 |
| Engine size | 500cc | 650cc |
| Power | 52hp | 68hp |
| Torque | 42.6nm. | 64nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 184kg | 193kg |
| Front brake | Single disc with balanced actuation dual pistons | 300 mm dual disc, dual-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Ø220mm Double piston | 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 78.5cm | 79cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70R17 M/K 54H | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 150/60R17 M/K 66H | 160/60 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Ø41mm | 41 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak with lower link, gas-charged shock and spring preload adjustability | Horizontal back-link with preload adjustment |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 3.8 L/100km | 15 L – 4.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5299 | $8299 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Assist & Slipper Clutch -Economic Riding Indicator |
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2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 650: listed specifications
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 and 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 650 differ on the listed specifications: the Ninja 500 has a lower listed weight, and the Ninja 650 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Ninja 650 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (650 cc vs 500 cc).
Peak power
Ninja 650 has a clear listed power advantage (68 hp vs 52 hp).
Torque
Ninja 650 has a clear listed torque advantage (64 Nm vs 42.6 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja 650 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (220 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Ninja 500 has a modest listed weight advantage (184 kg vs 193 kg). Ninja 500 and Ninja 650 have very similar seat heights (78.5 cm vs 79 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 Ninja 500 vs KAWASAKI Ninja 650?
KAWASAKI Ninja 650 is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for Kawasaki Ninja 500.
Which has more horsepower, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or KAWASAKI Ninja 650?
KAWASAKI Ninja 650 has 68 hp compared with 52 hp on the Kawasaki Ninja 500.
Which is lighter, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or KAWASAKI Ninja 650?
Kawasaki Ninja 500 is lighter at 184 kg vs 193 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja 650.
Which is better, Kawasaki Ninja 500 or KAWASAKI Ninja 650?
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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