2024 Yamaha XSR700 Legacy 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.
- 2024 Yamaha XSR700 Legacy 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z650 RS 82 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3.5 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 RS) up to 73.4 hp (2024 Yamaha XSR700 Legacy).
- Torque spans 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Z650 RS) up to 67 Nm (2024 Yamaha XSR700 Legacy).
- Weight spans 187 kg (KAWASAKI Z650 RS) to 190 kg (2024 Yamaha XSR700 Legacy).
- Displacement spans 650 cc (KAWASAKI Z650 RS) to 700 cc (2024 Yamaha XSR700 Legacy).
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| Specification | Yamaha XSR700 Legacy | KAWASAKI Z650 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | KAWASAKI |
| Model | Yamaha XSR700 Legacy | KAWASAKI Z650 RS |
| Engine size | 700cc | 650cc |
| Power | 73.4hp | 68hp |
| Torque | 67nm. | 64nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 190kg | 187kg |
| Front brake | 298 mm | Twin semi-floating 300 mm discs. Caliper: Dual-piston |
| Rear brake | 245 mm | 220 mm single disc. Caliper: Single-piston |
| Seat height (cm) | 85.5cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR 17M/C(58W) Tubeless | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 ZR 17M/C(73W) Tubeless | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork | 41 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | (Link type suspension), Swingarm | Horizontal Back-link, adjustable preload |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 220km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.3 L/100km | 12 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8916 | $9599 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Spoke-Style Cast Wheels -Slipper Clutch -Dual Throttle Valves |
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2024 Yamaha XSR700 Legacy vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z650 RS: listed specifications
The 2024 Yamaha XSR700 Legacy and 2023 KAWASAKI Z650 RS are closely matched in weight and torque, while the XSR700 Legacy has more displacement and peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
XSR700 Legacy has a larger listed engine displacement (700 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
XSR700 Legacy has a modest listed power advantage (73.4 hp vs 68 hp).
Torque
XSR700 Legacy and Z650 RS have very similar listed torque (67 Nm vs 64 Nm).
Listed top speed
XSR700 Legacy 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
XSR700 Legacy and Z650 RS have very similar listed weights (190 kg vs 187 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: XSR700 Legacy is listed higher (85.5 cm) than Z650 RS (82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, listed top speed and seat height, while torque and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Yamaha XSR700 Legacy vs KAWASAKI Z650 RS?
Yamaha XSR700 Legacy is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for KAWASAKI Z650 RS.
Which has more horsepower, Yamaha XSR700 Legacy or KAWASAKI Z650 RS?
Yamaha XSR700 Legacy has 73 hp compared with 68 hp on the KAWASAKI Z650 RS.
Which is lighter, Yamaha XSR700 Legacy or KAWASAKI Z650 RS?
KAWASAKI Z650 RS is lighter at 187 kg vs 190 kg for Yamaha XSR700 Legacy.
Which is better, Yamaha XSR700 Legacy or KAWASAKI Z650 RS?
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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