Kawasaki Z650RS vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 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 Ninja 650 may be a middleweight, but it feels like a small bike, and it doesn't have the intake roar or exhaust note associated with a high-performance motorcycle. It feels at ease handling traffic, and is equally comfortable on the highway, if you're in the mood for occasional long-distance touring. If you're looking to upgrade from a smaller bike, or you're new to motorcycling, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 could well be all the bike you need.