TOP FEATURES
Modern Retro Styling
Like Kawasaki’s retro sport Z900RS, the Z650RS features timeless good looks. As a middleweight model, a light and casual appearance reflects its rider-friendly character. The appeal of a traditional motorcycle is complemented by simple and modern design touches that allow the Z650RS to blend seamlessly into your everyday life.
Dual-Dial Instrumentation with Multi-Function LCD
Analogue-style speedometer and tachometer dials are complemented by a multi-functional LCD screen, balancing retro-style looks with modern functionality.
Parallel-Twin Engine
Optimised for everyday riding, the exciting Parallel Twin engine offers quick response, strong low-mid range performance and favourable fuel economy. When opening the throttle, riders will notice a smooth and powerful engine character offering both a high level of control when making minute throttle adjustments and a gratifying rush of acceleration in the lower rpm ranges.
Relaxed Riding Position
Wide, flat handlebar and a relaxed riding position puts the rider in a natural, comfortable position that both inspires confidence and facilitates control for a wide range of riders.
Brakes
Dual ø300 mm front disc brakes and ø220 mm rear deliver plenty of braking power. The round discs contribute to the bike’s retro sport image.
Spoke-Style Cast Wheels
Original cast wheels like those of the Z900RS feature flat spokes designed to look like classic wire-spoked wheels. Designed using Kawasaki’s advanced analysis technology, the wheels offer a balance of light weight and stylish looks, contributing to both handling and a design suited to the retro category.
Lightweight Trellis Frame
One of the key contributors to the Z650RS’ light weight (noticeable as soon as the bike is lifted off its sidestand) is its innovative trellis frame. Weighing 13.5 kg, it contributes significantly to the bike’s light, natural handling.
Horizontal Backlink Rear Suspension
Horizontal Back-link rear suspension offers a progressive character. Compared to link-less type suspension, it delivers a better balance of sporty performance and ride comfort.
All-LED lightings
A blend of retro and modern designs, the ø130 mm LED headlight casts a bright, white light.
it features two chambers (low-beam/high-beam), both with position lamps to ensure the whole lamp appears lit, like a retro-style bulb headlight. The grooved design on the thick headlight ring adds a modern touch.
SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
| TYPE | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin |
| DISPLACEMENT | 649 cc |
| BORE AND STROKE | 83.0 mm x 60.0 mm |
| COMPRESSION RATIO | 10.8: 1 |
| VALVE SYSTEM | DOHC, 8 valves |
| FUEL SYSTEM | Fuel injection: ø36 mm x 2 with dual throttle valves |
| FUEL TYPE / MINIMUM OCTANE RATING | Unleaded petrol/RON91 |
| IGNITION | Digital |
| STARTING | Electric |
| LUBRICATION | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
| TRANSMISSION | 6-speed, Return |
| MAXIMUM POWER | 50.2 kW {68 PS} / 8,000 rpm |
| MAXIMUM POWER WITH RAM AIR | – |
| MAXIMUM TORQUE | 64.0 N.m {6.5 kgf.m} / 6,700 rpm |
| ELECTRONIC RIDER AID |
DIMENSIONS & CHASSIS
| FRAME TYPE | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
| RAKE / TRAIL | 24° / 100 mm |
| TYRE – FRONT | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| TYRE – REAR | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) |
| WHEELBASE | 1,405 mm |
| GROUND CLEARANCE | 125 mm |
| SEAT HEIGHT | 800 mm |
| CURB MASS | 192 kg |
| FUEL CAPACITY | 12 Litres |
| OVERALL DIMENSIONS (L X W X H) | 2,065 mm x 800 mm x 1,115 mm |
BRAKES & SUSPENSION
| FRONT / WHEEL TRAVEL | ø41 mm telescopic fork/125 mm |
| REAR / WHEEL TRAVEL | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload / 130 mm |
| BRAKE – FRONT | Dual semi-floating ø300 mm discs, |
| CALIPER – FRONT | Dual piston |
| BRAKE – REAR | Single ø220 mm disc |
| CALIPER – REAR | Single-piston |
