Kawasaki Z650 vs Aprilia RS 457
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Z650 or Aprilia RS 457? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Z650 and RS 457. Kawasaki Z650 Price starts at Rs.6.65 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Aprilia RS 457 Price starts at Rs.4.10 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Z650 is 2 cylinder, 649 cc Engine can generate 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas Aprilia RS 457 is a 2 cylinder, 457 cc Engine can generate 46.9 bhp @ 9400 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Z650 provides a mileage of 19.02 kmpl (base model), and RS 457 has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Z650 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Aprilia RS 457 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.
Z650 vs RS 457
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Z650 | Aprilia RS 457 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.6.65 Lakh | Rs.4.10 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 649 cc | 457 cc |
| Power | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 46.9 bhp @ 9400 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 19.02 kmpl | 30 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Z650 specifications | RS 457 specifications | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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| On Road Price | 7.53 Lakh | 4.62 Lakh | |
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| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 Litres | 13 Litres | |
| Engine Displacement | 649 cc | 457 cc |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Z650 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | RS 457 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 | |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | 1 | |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 17 | |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | 1 | |
Calliper Type | Front- 2 Piston & Rear-Single Piston Calliper | Front - 4 Piston& Rear - Single Piston Caliper | |
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Front Suspension | ø41 mm telescopic fork/125mm | 41mm upside-down fork& adjustable preload& 120mm travel | |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload/130mm | Monoshock& adjustable preload& 130 mm wheel travel | |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 110/70 - 17 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 160/60 - ZR17 | 150/60 - 17 | |
Front Type | Disc | Disc | |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 220 mm | 220 mm | |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc | |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
| Z650 Instrumentation | RS 457 Instrumentation | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | - | 1 | |
Fuel level guage | Digital | - | |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Infotainment & Communication
| Z650 Infotainment & Communication | RS 457 Infotainment & Communication | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years/30000km | 3 Years/36000km |
Body & Suspension
| Z650 Body & Suspension | RS 457 Body & Suspension | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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Images | |||
Frame Type | Trellis& high-tensile steel | Dual Beam Aluminium Frame |
Engine & Transmission
| Z650 Engine & Transmission | RS 457 Engine & Transmission | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Engine Capacity | 649 cc | 457 cc | |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin | 2 Parallel forward facing cylinders& 4 valves per cylinder& liquid cooled with Ride-By-Wire | |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 | |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Battery Capacity | 0.12 kwh | - | |
Top Speed | 201 kmph | - | |
Max Torque | 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm | 43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm | |
Max Power | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 46.9 bhp @ 9400 rpm | |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | - | |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | |
Configuration | Parallel | - | |
Bore x Stroke | 83 mm x 60 mm | 69 x 61.1 mm | |
Mileage (Claimed) | 19.02 kmpl | 30 kmpl | |
Number of Gears | 6 Speed | 6 Speed |
Comfort & Convenience
| Z650 Comfort & Convenience | RS 457 Comfort & Convenience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes | No | - | |
Low Battery Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
Average Speed Indicator | 1 | - | |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | 1 | |
Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes | |
Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes | |
Console Type | Digital | Digital | |
Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start |
Safety
| Z650 Safety | RS 457 Safety | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Radial Tyres | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Switch | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Slipper Clutch | Wet& Multiple Disc | Assist and Slipper Clutch | |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Z650 Dimensions & Capacity | RS 457 Dimensions & Capacity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Length | 2115 mm | - | |
Width | 765 mm | - | |
Height | 1065 mm | - | |
Wheelbase | 1410 mm | - | |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | - | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 Litres | 13 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 2 Litres | - | |
Body Type | Sports Bike | Sports Bike | |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 191 kg | - | |
Seat Height | 790 mm | 800 mm |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Z650 and Aprilia RS 457
Transmission
Kawasaki Z650 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and RS 457 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Z650 has a 15 Litres fuel tank with 1065 mm seat height. Aprilia RS 457 has seat height and 13 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Z650?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Z650 is Rs. 7.53 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Aprilia RS 457?
The on-road price of Aprilia RS 457 is Rs. 4.62 Lakh in New Delhi.