KawasakiZ650RSvsHondaNX500

Kawasaki Z650 RS vs Honda NX500: Specifications Comparison

• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)		Data Not Available
  Hazard Warning Indicator		Data Not Available
  Hazard Warning Switch		Data Not Available
  Pass Light		Data Not Available
  Pillion Grabrail
  Radial Tyres		Data Not Available
  Turn Signal	LED	LED
  ABS - Anti-lock braking system
  Traction Control System

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Geo Fencing, Low Battery Indicator

  Low Battery Indicator		Data Not Available
  Low Oil Indicator		Data Not Available
  Pillion Footrest
  Service Reminder Indicator		Data Not Available
  Console Type	Analogue Cum Digital	Digital
  Distance to Empty Indicator		Data Not Available
  Engine Kill Switch
  Instrument Console	Analogue Cum Digital	Digital
  Seat Style	Single	Single
  Start Type	Self Start	Self Start
  USB Charger Port
  Start / Stop Button	Data Not Available

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• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Calliper Type, Front Disc Size, Front Suspension Preload Adjuster

  Braking System	Single Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
  Calliper Type	Fixed	Data Not Available
  Front Disc Size	300	296
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	32	Data Not Available
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32	Data Not Available
  Front Wheel Size	R17	R19
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster		Data Not Available
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36	Data Not Available
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36	Data Not Available
  Rear Wheel Size	R17	R17
  Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
  Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	USD Forks
  Rear Suspension	Horizontal Back-link Swingarm	Monoshock with Pro- Link Linkage, 5 Stage Preload Adjuster
  Front Tyre Size	120/70 R17	110/80 R19
  Rear Tyre Size	160/60 R17	160/60 R17
  Front Brake	Disc	Disc
  Rear Disc/Drum Size	186 mm	240 mm
  Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
  Tubeless Tyres		Data Not Available

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• Engine & Transmission

  Gear Shifting Pattern, Spark Plugs, Engine Capacity, Engine Type

  Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	Data Not Available
  Spark Plugs		Data Not Available
  Engine Capacity	649 cc	471 cc
  Engine Type	Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin	4 Stroke, 8 Valves Parallel Twin DOHC, Liquid Cooled 2-cylinder
  No. of Cylinders	2	2
  No. of valves per cylinder	2	8
  Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
  Top Speed	201 kmph	Data Not Available
  Bore x Stroke	83 mm x 60 mm	67 mm x 66.8 mm
  Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
  Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
  Fuelling	Fuel Injection	PGM- Fi System
  Max Power	67.06 bhp @ 8000 rpm	46.93 bhp @ 8600 rpm
  Max Torque	62.1 Nm @ 6700 rpm	43 Nm @ 6500 rpm
  Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Touch Screen Display, Fuel level guage, Gear Indicator

  Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
  Gear Indicator		Data Not Available
  Tachometer	Analogue	Digital
  Speedometer	Analogue	Digital
  Odometer	Digital	Digital
  Brightness Control	Data Not Available
  Tripmeter Type	Data Not Available	Digital
  No. of Tripmeters	Data Not Available	1

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Height, Wheelbase

  Length	2065 mm	2165 mm
  Width	800 mm	830 mm
  Height	1115 mm	1415 mm
  Wheelbase	1405 mm	1445 mm
  Ground Clearance	125 mm	180 mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	12 Litres	17.5 Litres
  Engine Oil Capacity	1.6 Litres	Data Not Available
  Body Type	Cafe Racer	Adventure
  Seat Height	800 mm	830 mm
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	192 kg	199 kg

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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights, LED headlight

  LED headlight

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  2 Years/30000 kms

  3 Years/ 48000 Kms

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• Entertainment & Communication

  MID (Multi Info Display)

  MID (Multi Info Display)

  Data Not Available

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros	Has a decidedly retro look that will impress the old-school bikers Offers great road handling characteristics Priced quite attractively	Smooth clutchless E-Clutch. Comfortable upright riding posture. Dual front discs & New headlamp. Strong mid-range torque. Modern adventure-ready design.
  Cons	Available only in two colour options Could be expensive to maintain	Heavier feel in urban riding. Premium pricing for segment. Limited service touch points.

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Visual Gallery

Kawasaki Z650 RSHonda NX500

Which Bike Do You Like More?

Kawasaki Z650 RS

Honda NX500