KAWASAKI Z650 RS vs CF MOTO 650NK
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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 Tallest seat here
- CF MOTO 650NK 78 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 4 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 61 hp (CF MOTO 650NK) up to 68 hp (KAWASAKI Z650 RS).
- Torque spans 56 Nm (CF MOTO 650NK) up to 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Z650 RS).
- Weight spans 187 kg (KAWASAKI Z650 RS) to 206 kg (CF MOTO 650NK).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Z650 RS | CF MOTO 650NK |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | CF MOTO |
| Model | KAWASAKI Z650 RS | CF MOTO 650NK |
| Engine size | 650cc | 650cc |
| Power | 68hp | 61hp |
| Torque | 64nm. | 56nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 187kg | 206kg |
| Front brake | Twin semi-floating 300 mm discs. Caliper: Dual-piston | hydraulic dual disc (J.JUAN calipers) |
| Rear brake | 220 mm single disc. Caliper: Single-piston | hydraulic single disc with ABS (J.JUAN calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 78cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70 ZR17 (PIRELLI) |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 160/60 ZR17 (PIRELLI) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm telescopic fork | KYB inverted fork telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link, adjustable preload | KYB Single central shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 12 L – 5 L/100km | 17 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9599 | $6000 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -Spoke-Style Cast Wheels -Slipper Clutch -Dual Throttle Valves |
-Euro5, Slipper Clutch -Ghost display, Navigation, Bluetooth Connectivity -Power modes: Sport and Economic -Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
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2023 KAWASAKI Z650 RS vs 2023 CF MOTO 650NK: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Z650 RS and 2023 CF MOTO 650NK are closely matched in displacement, while the Z650 RS has more peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight, and the 650NK has the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Z650 RS and 650NK have very similar engine displacement (650 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
Z650 RS has a modest listed power advantage (68 hp vs 61 hp).
Torque
Z650 RS has a modest listed torque advantage (64 Nm vs 56 Nm).
Listed top speed
650NK has a modest listed top-speed advantage (210 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Z650 RS is notably lighter on the listed weight (187 kg vs 206 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: Z650 RS is listed higher (82 cm) than 650NK (78 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Z650 RS vs CF MOTO 650NK?
CF MOTO 650NK is listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for KAWASAKI Z650 RS.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Z650 RS or CF MOTO 650NK?
KAWASAKI Z650 RS has 68 hp compared with 61 hp on the CF MOTO 650NK.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Z650 RS or CF MOTO 650NK?
KAWASAKI Z650 RS is lighter at 187 kg vs 206 kg for CF MOTO 650NK.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Z650 RS or CF MOTO 650NK?
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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