KAWASAKI Z650 RS vs 2024 KTM 390 DUKE
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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 RS 82 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 KTM 390 DUKE 83 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 45 hp (2024 KTM 390 DUKE) up to 68 hp (KAWASAKI Z650 RS).
- Torque spans 39 Nm (2024 KTM 390 DUKE) up to 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Z650 RS).
- Weight spans 149 kg (2024 KTM 390 DUKE) to 187 kg (KAWASAKI Z650 RS).
- Displacement spans 400 cc (2024 KTM 390 DUKE) to 650 cc (KAWASAKI Z650 RS).
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Z650 RS | KTM 390 DUKE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | KTM |
| Model | KAWASAKI Z650 RS | KTM 390 DUKE |
| Engine size | 650cc | 400cc |
| Power | 68hp | 45hp |
| Torque | 64nm. | 39nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 187kg | 149kg |
| Front brake | Twin semi-floating 300 mm discs. Caliper: Dual-piston | 320 mm Disc with Radially mounted calliper |
| Rear brake | 220 mm single disc. Caliper: Single-piston | 240 mm Disc with Floating calliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 110/70 17 |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 150/60 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm telescopic fork | 5-click Compression & Rebound adjustable, Open Cartridge, WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link, adjustable preload | Adjustable WP APEX Monoshock, 5-step Rebound damping, 10-step preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 175km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 12 L – 5 L/100km | 13.5 L – 3.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9599 | $6199 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -Spoke-Style Cast Wheels -Slipper Clutch -Dual Throttle Valves |
-Easy start, TFT display with multi-color, Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC) |
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2023 KAWASAKI Z650 RS vs 2024 KTM 390 DUKE: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Z650 RS and 2024 KTM 390 DUKE differ on the listed specifications: the Z650 RS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the 390 DUKE has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Z650 RS has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (650 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
Z650 RS has a clear listed power advantage (68 hp vs 45 hp).
Torque
Z650 RS has a clear listed torque advantage (64 Nm vs 39 Nm).
Listed top speed
Z650 RS has a clear listed top-speed advantage (200 km/h vs 175 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
390 DUKE is notably lighter on the listed weight (149 kg vs 187 kg). Z650 RS and 390 DUKE have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 83 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 Z650 RS vs KTM 390 DUKE?
KAWASAKI Z650 RS is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) vs 175 km/h (109 mph) for KTM 390 DUKE.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Z650 RS or KTM 390 DUKE?
KAWASAKI Z650 RS has 68 hp compared with 45 hp on the KTM 390 DUKE.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Z650 RS or KTM 390 DUKE?
KTM 390 DUKE is lighter at 149 kg vs 187 kg for KAWASAKI Z650 RS.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Z650 RS or KTM 390 DUKE?
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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