Kawasaki
Kawasaki Z650RS specifications and features
Every figure from the manufacturer's sheet, plus what each feature actually does for you.
Engine and performance
Power comes from a 649cc single producing 67.07 bhp and 62.1 Nm, paired with a 6 Speed. At 192 kg the power-to-weight figure is 349 bhp per tonne, which ranks 46 of 135 in its class here.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
Full specification sheet
Engine
- Engine
- 649 cc
- Engine type
- Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves
- Power
- 67.1 bhp
- Torque
- 62.1 Nm
- Cooling
- Liquid-cooled
- Transmission
- 6 Speed
Dimensions
- Kerb weight
- 192 kg
- Fuel tank
- 12 L
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1405 mm
Brakes & suspension
- Front brake
- Disc, 2 piston caliper
- Rear brake
- Disc, 1 piston caliper
- ABS / CBS
- Dual Channel ABS
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork/125 mm
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload/130mm
Source: Kawasaki official specifications. Figures can differ between variants; the table shows the range offered.
Dimensions in practice
The Z650RS weighs 192 kg with fluids, has an 800 mm seat, 125 mm of ground clearance, and rides on a 1405 mm wheelbase. Clearance is on the low side; take tall speed breakers at an angle with a pillion.
The fuel tank holds 12 litres.
Features, and why each matters
Grouped by what they do for you. Underlined items link to a plain-English explainer.
Safety and braking
Stops both wheels from locking under panic braking. The single biggest safety upgrade on a two-wheeler.
Front disc brake
Sheds heat and works when wet. Worth the small premium over a drum on any commuter.
Rear disc brake
Adds feel and fade resistance at the back; matters more on heavier or faster bikes.
Console and connectivity
Digital console
Trip meters, real-time mileage and a gear indicator. The analogue dial is disappearing.
Chassis
Alloy wheels
Lighter than spoked wheels and they allow tubeless tyres.
Lighting
LED headlamp
Brighter, whiter and lasts the life of the bike. Halogens on rivals look yellow by comparison.
LED tail lamp
Lights up instantly, which gives the vehicle behind a fraction more warning.
Colours
- Metallic Ocean Blue
Z650RS specs: questions people ask
- What is the engine capacity and power of the Z650RS?
- It uses a 649cc engine producing 67.07 bhp and 62.1 Nm, with a 6 speed.
- Is the Z650RS suitable for short riders?
- Mostly. Seat height is 800 mm, which suits riders from about 5'5". Shorter riders should sit on one at the showroom.
- Does the Z650RS have ABS?
- Yes, dual-channel ABS.
- What features does the Z650RS have?
- 7 items across 4 groups, including dual-channel abs, front disc brake, rear disc brake, alloy wheels and led headlamp. Some are variant-specific.
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