KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs KAWASAKI Z650 vs KAWASAKI Z650 RS
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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 Versys 650 84.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z650 79 cm Lowest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z650 RS 82 cm
Spread in this comparison: about 5.5 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 67 hp (KAWASAKI Versys 650) up to 68 hp (KAWASAKI Z650 RS).
- Torque spans 61 Nm (KAWASAKI Versys 650) up to 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Z650 RS).
- Weight spans 187 kg (KAWASAKI Z650 RS) to 219 kg (KAWASAKI Versys 650).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Versys 650 | KAWASAKI Z650 | KAWASAKI Z650 RS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | KAWASAKI | KAWASAKI |
| Model | KAWASAKI Versys 650 | KAWASAKI Z650 | KAWASAKI Z650 RS |
| Engine size | 650cc | 650cc | 650cc |
| Power | 67hp | 68hp | 68hp |
| Torque | 61nm. | 64nm. | 64nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 219kg | 188kg | 187kg |
| Front brake | Dual semi-floating 300 mm discs. Caliper: Dual-piston | 300 mm dual discs, dual-piston caliper | Twin semi-floating 300 mm discs. Caliper: Dual-piston |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc. Caliper: Single-piston | 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper | 220 mm single disc. Caliper: Single-piston |
| Seat height (cm) | 84.5cm | 79cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping (right side) and adjustable preload (left side) | 41 mm telescopic fork | 41 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Offset single shock absorber with remote spring preload adjustability | Horizontal back-link with preload adjustment | Horizontal Back-link, adjustable preload |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 220km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 21 L – 5 L/100km | 15 L – 4 L/100km | 12 L – 5 L/100km |
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| Price | $10099 | $8149 | $9599 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View KAWASAKI price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Smartphone Connectable Color TFT Display -KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control) -USB Outlet (Accessory) -Dual Throttle Valves, -Economical Riding Indicator |
-Assist Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator -Dual Throttle Valves |
-Spoke-Style Cast Wheels -Slipper Clutch -Dual Throttle Valves |
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KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs KAWASAKI Z650 vs KAWASAKI Z650 RS: which is better for you?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs KAWASAKI Z650?
KAWASAKI Z650 is listed at 220 km/h vs 200 km/h for KAWASAKI Versys 650.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Versys 650 or KAWASAKI Z650?
KAWASAKI Z650 has 68 hp compared with 67 hp on the KAWASAKI Versys 650.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Versys 650 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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