2024 HONDA NX500 vs KAWASAKI Versys 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 HONDA NX500 83 cm Lowest seat here
- KAWASAKI Versys 650 84.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 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 47 hp (2024 HONDA NX500) up to 67 hp (KAWASAKI Versys 650).
- Torque spans 43 Nm (2024 HONDA NX500) up to 61 Nm (KAWASAKI Versys 650).
- Weight spans 196 kg (2024 HONDA NX500) to 219 kg (KAWASAKI Versys 650).
- Displacement spans 500 cc (2024 HONDA NX500) to 650 cc (KAWASAKI Versys 650).
Reader votes so far — total 60: 2024 HONDA NX500 (54); KAWASAKI Versys 650 (6).
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| Specification | HONDA NX500 | KAWASAKI Versys 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | KAWASAKI |
| Model | HONDA NX500 | KAWASAKI Versys 650 |
| Engine size | 500cc | 650cc |
| Power | 47hp | 67hp |
| Torque | 43nm. | 61nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 196kg | 219kg |
| Front brake | Dual 296mm x 4mm disc with Nissin axial mounted two piston calipers | Dual semi-floating 300 mm discs. Caliper: Dual-piston |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm x 5mm disc with single piston caliper | 250 mm single disc. Caliper: Single-piston |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 84.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/80R19M/C59H | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 160/60R17M/C69H | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks | 41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping (right side) and adjustable preload (left side) |
| Rear suspension | Prolink mono with 5 stage preload adjuster, steel hollow cross swingarm | Offset single shock absorber with remote spring preload adjustability |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 188km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17.5 L – 4 L/100km | 21 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $7299 | $10099 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -5-inch full colour TFT screen, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) -PGM-FI settings improve low-rpm acceleration and power delivery across the rev-range -Assist/slipper clutch, HISS (Honda Intelligent Security System) |
-Smartphone Connectable Color TFT Display -KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control) -USB Outlet (Accessory) -Dual Throttle Valves, -Economical Riding Indicator |
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2024 HONDA NX500 vs 2023 KAWASAKI Versys 650: listed specifications
The 2024 HONDA NX500 and 2023 KAWASAKI Versys 650 differ on the listed specifications: the NX500 has a lower listed weight, and the Versys 650 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Versys 650 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (650 cc vs 500 cc).
Peak power
Versys 650 has a clear listed power advantage (67 hp vs 47 hp).
Torque
Versys 650 has a clear listed torque advantage (61 Nm vs 43 Nm).
Listed top speed
Versys 650 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (200 km/h vs 188 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
NX500 is notably lighter on the listed weight (196 kg vs 219 kg). NX500 has a lower listed seat height (83 cm vs 84.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA NX500 vs KAWASAKI Versys 650?
KAWASAKI Versys 650 is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) vs 188 km/h (117 mph) for HONDA NX500.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA NX500 or KAWASAKI Versys 650?
KAWASAKI Versys 650 has 67 hp compared with 47 hp on the HONDA NX500.
Which is lighter, HONDA NX500 or KAWASAKI Versys 650?
HONDA NX500 is lighter at 196 kg vs 219 kg for KAWASAKI Versys 650.
Which is better, HONDA NX500 or KAWASAKI Versys 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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