Kawasaki Z650RS vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Comparison

The 650 cc Kawasaki Z650RS is based on the Z650 naked motorcycle but gets a retro design language on the same lines as the Kawasaki Z900 RS. Power on the new Kawasaki Z650RS comes from the familiar 649 cc twin-cylinder motor that's also seen on the Z650. Power figures are identical with 67 bhp at 8,000 rpm and 64 Nm at 6,700 rpm. It gets a beautiful neo-retro classic design as well, with it being one of the prettiest modern classic motorcycles in the 650 cc segment.

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX remains one of the most accessible litre-class full-faired offerings on sale and the in-line four-pot motor makes for a highly likeable highway companion. Powered by a 1,043 cc liquid-cooled, four-pot motor that develops 140 bhp at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm, the bike has a lot of electronic aids including ABS, cruise control, three-level traction control, Kawasaki Cornering Management function, quickshifter and more.