2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660 vs KAWASAKI Z650
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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 TRIUMPH Trident 660 80.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z650 79 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 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) up to 81 hp (2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660).
- Torque spans 63.7 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660) up to 64 Nm (KAWASAKI Z650).
- Weight spans 188 kg (KAWASAKI Z650) to 189 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | TRIUMPH Trident 660 | KAWASAKI Z650 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | TRIUMPH | KAWASAKI |
| Model | TRIUMPH Trident 660 | KAWASAKI Z650 |
| Engine size | 650cc | 650cc |
| Power | 81hp | 68hp |
| Torque | 63.7nm. | 64nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 189kg | 188kg |
| Front brake | Nissin two-piston sliding calipers, twin 310mm discs, ABS | 300 mm dual discs, dual-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Nissin single-piston sliding caliper, single 255mm disc, ABS | 220 mm single disc, single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 80.5cm | 79cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70R17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear tyre | 180/55R17 | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa 41mm upside down separate function forks (SFF) | 41 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Showa monoshock RSU, with preload adjustment | Horizontal back-link with preload adjustment |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 210km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 5 L/100km | 15 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8595 | $8149 |
| Brand price lists | View TRIUMPH price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -TFT instruments, traction control -Power Modes, electronic throttle control -15000km Service motorcycle maintenance interval |
-Assist Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator -Dual Throttle Valves |
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2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660 vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z650: listed specifications
The 2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660 and 2023 KAWASAKI Z650 are closely matched in weight and torque, while the Trident 660 has more peak power, and the Z650 has the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Trident 660 and Z650 have very similar engine displacement (650 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
Trident 660 has a clear listed power advantage (81 hp vs 68 hp).
Torque
Trident 660 and Z650 have very similar listed torque (63.7 Nm vs 64 Nm).
Listed top speed
Z650 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (220 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Trident 660 and Z650 have very similar listed weights (189 kg vs 188 kg). Z650 has a lower listed seat height (79 cm vs 80.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, listed top speed and seat height, while displacement, torque and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of TRIUMPH Trident 660 vs KAWASAKI Z650?
KAWASAKI Z650 is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for TRIUMPH Trident 660.
Which has more horsepower, TRIUMPH Trident 660 or KAWASAKI Z650?
TRIUMPH Trident 660 has 81 hp compared with 68 hp on the KAWASAKI Z650.
Which is lighter, TRIUMPH Trident 660 or KAWASAKI Z650?
KAWASAKI Z650 is lighter at 188 kg vs 189 kg for TRIUMPH Trident 660.
Which is better, TRIUMPH Trident 660 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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