Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650 RS
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Vulcan S or Kawasaki Z650 RS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Vulcan S and Z650 RS. Kawasaki Vulcan S Price starts at Rs.7.10 Lakh (ex-showroom) for ABS BS6 and Kawasaki Z650 RS Price starts at Rs.6.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Vulcan S is 2 cylinder, 649 cc Engine can generate 59.94 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Kawasaki Z650 RS is a 2 cylinder, 649 cc Engine can generate 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Vulcan S provides a mileage of 16 Kmpl kmpl (base model), and Z650 RS has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Kawasaki Vulcan S is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Kawasaki Z650 RS is available in 4 colours & 2 variants.
Vulcan S vs Z650 RS
Key Highlights | Kawasaki Vulcan S | Kawasaki Z650 RS |
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Price | Rs.7.10 Lakh | Rs.6.99 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 649 cc | 649 cc |
Power | 59.94 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 20.58 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Vulcan S specifications | Z650 RS specifications | ||
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On Road Price | 8.04 Lakh | 7.91 Lakh | |
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Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 12 Litres | |
Engine Displacement | 649 cc | 649 cc |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Vulcan S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Z650 RS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
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Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 | |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | 1 | |
Front Wheel Size | 18 | 17 | |
Calliper Type | Front-2 Piston Rear-Single Piston Calliper | Front- 2 Piston & Rear-Single Piston Calliper | |
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Front Suspension | ø41 mm telescopic fork/130 mm | ø41 mm telescopic fork/125mm | |
Rear Suspension | Offset laydown single-shock, linkage equipped, with adjustable preload/80 mm | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload/130mm | |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R18 | 120/70 - ZR17 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 160/60 - R17 | 160/60 - ZR17 | |
Front Type | Disc | Disc | |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 250 mm | 220 mm | |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc | |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
Vulcan S Instrumentation | Z650 RS Instrumentation | ||
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Fuel level guage | Digital | Yes | |
Tachometer | Analogue | Analogue | |
Speedometer | Semi Digital | Analogue | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Infotainment & Communication
Vulcan S Infotainment & Communication | Z650 RS Infotainment & Communication | ||
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Basic Warranty | - | 2 Years/30000km |
Body & Suspension
Vulcan S Body & Suspension | Z650 RS Body & Suspension | ||
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Images | |||
Frame Type | Perimeter, high-tensile steel | Trellis& high-tensile steel |
Engine & Transmission
Vulcan S Engine & Transmission | Z650 RS Engine & Transmission | ||
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Engine Capacity | 649 cc | 649 cc | |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin | |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 | |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Battery Capacity | 0.1032 kwh | - | |
Top Speed | 186 kmph | 201 kmph | |
Max Torque | 62.4 Nm @ 6600 rpm | 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm | |
Max Power | 59.94 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm | |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | |
Configuration | in-line | - | |
Charging Socket | No | - | |
Bore x Stroke | 83.0 x 60.0 mm | 83x60 mm | |
Mileage (Claimed) | 20.58 kmpl | - |
Comfort & Convenience
Vulcan S Comfort & Convenience | Z650 RS Comfort & Convenience | ||
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Riding Modes | No | No | |
Low Battery Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | 1 | |
Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - | |
Luggage Space | No | - | |
Handle Type | Single bar | - | |
Engine Kill Switch | No | Yes | |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Semi-Digital | |
Seat Style | Flat | - | |
Shutter Lock | No | - | |
Side Stand Indicator | Yes | - | |
Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start |
Safety
Vulcan S Safety | Z650 RS Safety | ||
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Radial Tyres | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Switch | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
Brake Assist | No | - | |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Power Modes | No | - | |
Slipper Clutch | No | Wet multi-disc& manual | |
Traction Control System | No | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
Vulcan S Dimensions & Capacity | Z650 RS Dimensions & Capacity | ||
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Length | 2310 mm | 2065 mm | |
Width | 855 mm | 800 mm | |
Height | 1090 mm | 1115 mm | |
Wheelbase | 1575 mm | 1405 mm | |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 125 mm | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 Litres | 12 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 1.8 Litres | 1.6 Litres | |
Body Type | Cruiser | Cafe Racer | |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 235 kg | 192 kg | |
Seat Height | 705 mm | 800 mm |
Entertainment & Communication
Vulcan S Entertainment & Communication | Z650 RS Entertainment & Communication | ||
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MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | Yes |
Pros & Cons
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Which Bike Do You Like More ?
Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z650 RS
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki Vulcan S has features like Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator and Kawasaki Z650 RS, on the other hand, has Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
Kawasaki Vulcan S comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Z650 RS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Vulcan S has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1090 mm seat height. Kawasaki Z650 RS has 1115 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Vulcan S?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Vulcan S is Rs. 8.04 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.