Kawasaki KX 450 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki KX 450 or Kawasaki Z650 RS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between KX 450 and Z650 RS. Kawasaki KX 450 Price starts at Rs.8.59 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Kawasaki Z650 RS Price starts at Rs.6.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for BS6. Kawasaki KX 450 is 1 cylinder, 449 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Kawasaki Z650 RS is a 2 cylinder, 649 cc Engine can generate 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, KX 450 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and Z650 RS has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Kawasaki KX 450 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Kawasaki Z650 RS is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.
KX 450 vs Z650 RS
Key Highlights | Kawasaki KX 450 | Kawasaki Z650 RS |
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Price | Rs.8.59 Lakh | Rs.6.99 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 449 cc | 649 cc |
Power | N/A | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 25 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
KX 450 specifications | Z650 RS specifications | |
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On Road Price | 9.69 Lakh Price Breakup | 7.91 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.9 | 4.3 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 6.2 Litres | 12 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 449 cc | 649 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
KX 450 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Z650 RS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 240 | 272 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 14 | 32 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 14 | 32 |
Front Wheel Size | 21 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 18 | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 18 | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | 19 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | ?4minvertetelescopiforwitadjustablcompressioanreboundampin30mm | TelescopiFork/125mm |
Rear Suspension | New Uni Trak with adjustable dual-range (high/low-speed) compression damping | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload/130mm |
Front Tyre Size | 80/100 - 21 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Instrumentation
KX 450 Instrumentation | Z650 RS Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | No | Yes |
Gear Indicator | No | Yes |
Tachometer | No | Analogue |
Speedometer | No | Analogue |
Odometer | No | Digital |
Exterior
KX 450 Exterior | Z650 RS Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | No | Yes |
LED headlight | No | Yes |
Warranty
KX 450 Warranty | Z650 RS Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | 2 Years or 30000 km |
Body & Suspension
KX 450 Body & Suspension | Z650 RS Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Perimeter& aluminium | Tubular& Diamond |
Engine & Transmission
KX 450 Engine & Transmission | Z650 RS Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 449 cc | 649 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Single | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Type | Li-ion | - |
Top Speed | 143 kmph | 201 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 96 mm x 62.1 mm | 83 mm x 60 mm |
Configuration | Single Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | - | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Max Torque | - | 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
KX 450 Comfort & Convenience | Z650 RS Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | No |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | No | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | No | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
KX 450 Safety | Z650 RS Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | Yes |
Radial Tyres | No | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | No | No |
Pass Light | No | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | No | Yes |
Turn Signal | No | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | Yes |
Power Modes | No | No |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | No | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
KX 450 Dimensions & Capacity | Z650 RS Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2185 mm | 2065 mm |
Width | 820 mm | 800 mm |
Height | 1265 mm | 1115 mm |
Wheelbase | 1485 mm | 1405 mm |
Ground Clearance | 340 mm | 125 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 6.2 Litres | 12 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 0.9 Litres | 1.6 Litres |
Body Type | Dirt | Cafe Racer |
Seat Height | 955 mm | 800 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 110.2 kg | 192 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
KX 450 Entertainment & Communication | Z650 RS Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | - | Yes |
Pros & Cons
KX 450 Pros & Cons | Z650 RS Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki KX 450 and Kawasaki Z650 RS
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki KX 450 has features like Engine Kill Switch and Kawasaki Z650 RS, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Kawasaki KX 450 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Z650 RS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki KX 450 has a 6.2 Litres fuel tank with 1265 mm seat height. Kawasaki Z650 RS has 1115 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Kawasaki KX 450 and Kawasaki Z650 RS FAQs
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki KX 450?
The on-road price of Kawasaki KX 450 is Rs. 9.69 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Z650 RS?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Z650 RS is Rs. 7.91 Lakh in New Delhi.