KAWASAKI Z650 vs 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 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.

Top on paper
KAWASAKI Z650
78.5 pts
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
21.5 pts

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

KAWASAKI Z650
42.6 pts
Best fit here
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
64.1 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
KAWASAKI Z650
81.8 pts
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
24.2 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
KAWASAKI Z650
84.2 pts
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
34.5 pts

New rider friendly

KAWASAKI Z650
16.1 pts
Best fit here
2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
81.3 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • KAWASAKI Z650 79 cm Tallest seat here
  • 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS 77 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 60 hp (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS) up to 68 hp (KAWASAKI Z650).
  • Torque spans 55 Nm (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS) up to 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Z650).
  • Weight spans 186 kg (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS) to 188 kg (KAWASAKI Z650).
  • Displacement spans 550 cc (2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS) to 650 cc (KAWASAKI Z650).

Reader votes so far — total 1: KAWASAKI Z650 (0); 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS (1).

Specification KAWASAKI Z650 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
Brand KAWASAKI QJMOTOR
Model KAWASAKI Z650 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS
Engine size 650cc 550cc
Power 68hp 60hp
Torque 64nm. 55nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 188kg 186kg
Front brake 300 mm dual discs, dual-piston caliper Disc ø320mm(dual)(ABS)
Rear brake 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper Disc ø260mm(ABS)
Seat height (cm) 79cm 77cm
Front tyre 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) 120/70ZR17
Rear tyre 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) 160/60ZR17
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension 41 mm telescopic fork Telescopic Upside-Down
Rear suspension Horizontal back-link with preload adjustment Telescopic coil spring oil damped
Motorcycle type Naked Supersport
Top speed 220km/h 220km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 15 L – 4 L/100km 16.5 L – 5.5 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $8149 Price not listed.
Brand price lists View KAWASAKI price list View QJMOTOR price list
Extra features

-Assist Slipper Clutch

-Economical Riding Indicator

-Dual Throttle Valves

-TFT Display

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2023 KAWASAKI Z650 vs 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS: listed specifications

The 2023 KAWASAKI Z650 and 2024 QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS are closely matched in weight, while the Z650 has more displacement, peak power and torque.

Engine displacement

Z650 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (650 cc vs 550 cc).

Peak power

Z650 has a modest listed power advantage (68 hp vs 60 hp).

Torque

Z650 has a clear listed torque advantage (64 Nm vs 55 Nm).

Listed top speed

Z650 and SRK 550 RS have very similar listed top speeds (220 km/h vs 220 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

Z650 and SRK 550 RS have very similar listed weights (188 kg vs 186 kg). SRK 550 RS has a lower listed seat height (77 cm vs 79 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque and seat height, while listed top speed and weight remain relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Z650 vs QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS?

Both are listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) top speed in our specification data.

Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Z650 or QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS?

KAWASAKI Z650 has 68 hp compared with 60 hp on the QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS.

Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Z650 or QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS?

QJ MOTOR SRK 550 RS is lighter at 186 kg vs 188 kg for KAWASAKI Z650.

Which is better, KAWASAKI Z650 or QJ MOTOR SRK 550 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.