- 1 colour
- Engine
- 649 cc
- Power
- 67.31 bhp
- Claimed mileage
- 27 kmpl
- Kerb weight
- 191 kg
In short
The Z650 is Kawasaki's accessible naked twin, making 67.31bhp from a 649cc engine with a colour TFT dash and navigation, priced from ₹7.26 lakh. It returns a healthy real-world 25-28kmpl and stays light at 191kg, making it one of the easier bikes to live with day to day in Kawasaki's current lineup.
What works
- 67.31bhp and 191kg make it light and eager through traffic
- 25-28kmpl real-world efficiency is strong for a 650cc twin
- Colour TFT console with Bluetooth and turn-by-turn navigation
What doesn't
- 790mm seat and firm suspension can feel busy on rough city roads
- No USD forks, unlike the pricier Z1100 and Z900
- Styling is plainer than the retro-themed Z650RS at a similar price
Best for: Daily commuting, First big-bike upgrade, Value-focused naked bike buyers
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi list prices from the manufacturer. On-road for your city is in the panel above.
The Z650 comes in a single variant at ₹7,25,960 ex-showroom Delhi, so there is no trim ladder to climb: every Z650 leaves the showroom with the same equipment.
That makes it priced 93th lowest among the 148 sports bikes we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Z650RS (₹57,040 more) and the Ninja 650 (₹65,040 more).
On the road in Delhi the base Z650 comes to ₹8.33 Lakh: ₹7,26,000 ex-showroom, ₹62,160 in Delhi road tax and registration (8.6%), ₹34,950 for first-year insurance and ₹10,000 in logistic chgs.. Dealers add handling and accessory packs on top; both are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
Standard | ₹7,25,960 |
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Mileage
Z650's claimed mileage is 27 kmpl, and unusually, owners and our own riding land right on it: expect 25–28 kmpl in everyday use. Few bikes get this close to their brochure figure.
Engine and ride
The 649cc liquid-cooled engine makes 67.31 bhp and 64 Nm through a 6 Speed. With a kerb weight of 191 kg that is 352 bhp per tonne, 50th best power-to-weight of the 146 bikes in this class we have reviewed.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
Chassis hardware includes dual-channel ABS and traction control, with a disc, 300 mm, 2 piston caliper up front and disc, 220 mm, 1 piston caliper at the rear.
At 790 mm the seat is average for the class; most riders from 5'5" up will be comfortable at stops.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The Z650 is the naked bike Kawasaki gets right for most Indian riders: light, efficient, reasonably priced at ₹7.26 lakh, and equipped with a proper TFT dash and navigation without chasing the outright power of its bigger siblings. It is not the most exciting bike in the range, but it is the easiest to justify.
Riding it every day
At 191kg it changes direction easily in traffic, and the 649cc twin has enough low-end pull to never feel strained around town. Real-world efficiency of 25 to 28kmpl is genuinely good for the segment, meaning fuel stops are infrequent even with regular commuting. The 790mm seat and non-adjustable forks can feel busy over broken city roads and speed breakers, though nothing about the ride is uncomfortable.
What to know before buying
Check tyre condition and chain wear on a used example, as these are the parts most affected by regular city riding. Kawasaki's service network is smaller than Honda's or Bajaj's, so it is worth confirming the nearest authorised centre before committing, particularly if you live outside a major city.
Who should buy it
This suits a rider moving up from a 150-300cc commuter who wants genuine naked-bike performance without the running costs of a four-cylinder machine. Anyone drawn purely to retro styling should compare it against the Z650RS, which shares the engine but costs more for a plainer features list.
Features
- Dual-channel ABS
- Front disc brake
- Rear disc brake
- Tubeless tyres
- Alloy wheels
- Traction control
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- Hazard lamps
- LED headlamp
- LED daytime running lamp
- +6 more
On safety kit the Z650 has dual-channel abs, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tubeless tyres, traction control, side-stand engine cut-off and hazard lamps. Dual-channel ABS is the one item on this list worth paying for if it is variant-dependent.
Against Ninja 500, Ninja 650 or Daytona 660, it gets turn-by-turn navigation that most rivals skip.
What it lacks: rear monoshock and slipper clutch, which rivals at this price offer. None of these are deal-breakers, but they show where the money went.
It is offered in 1 colours: Metallic Matte Dark Gray/Metallic Spark Black. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 2 years or 30,000 km.
Kawasaki runs a limited sales and service network in India, at roughly 60 touchpoints. Check the nearest workshop before buying if you live outside a metro; a 40 km ride for every service adds up.
On sale since 2021, the Z650 is established enough that early production issues have been worked through and used examples give a fair read on resale.
Z650: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Kawasaki Z650?
- The Z650 is priced at ₹7,25,960 ex-showroom Delhi in its single variant, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance.
- What is the on-road price of the Z650 in Delhi?
- About ₹8.33 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹7,26,000 ex-showroom plus ₹62,160 in Delhi road tax and registration and ₹34,950 for first-year insurance, with ₹10,000 of dealer charges. Figure from dealer quotes, updated monthly; handling and accessory packs can add more.
- What is the mileage of the Z650?
- Claimed mileage is 27 kmpl. Owners typically see 25–28 kmpl in mixed city and highway riding.
- How much does the Z650 cost to run per month?
- Fuel works out to about ₹3.58 per km in Delhi, so a 30 km daily commute costs roughly ₹2,790 a month before servicing.
- What is the EMI for the Z650?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹23,020 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the Z650?
- It uses a 649cc engine producing 67.31 bhp and 64 Nm, with a 6 speed.
- Is the Z650 suitable for short riders?
- Yes. Seat height is 790 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
- Z650 or Ninja 500: which is better?
- The Ninja 500 is ₹1,49,960 less expensive to start and less efficient at 21 kmpl against 27 kmpl. Pick the Z650 for daily commuting, the Ninja 500 for highway commuting. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the Z650?
- Among the 148 sports bikes we have reviewed, the Pulsar 125 (₹93,507), the MT-15 V2 (₹1.68 Lakh), the Roadster (₹2.02 Lakh) start lower.
- Can the Z650 handle a pillion on a highway trip?
- Yes, it manages a pillion reasonably well thanks to a stable 191kg chassis and decent torque, though luggage capacity is limited without fitting Kawasaki's optional accessories.
- Is the Z650 too tall for a 5'4" rider?
- At a 790mm seat height it is manageable for most riders around 5'4", especially given the narrow seat-tank junction, though a full flat-foot stance at a stop is not guaranteed.
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