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Kawasaki Z650RS vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Comparison

Compare Kawasaki Z650RS vs Kawasaki Vulcan S to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Kawasaki Z650RS vs Kawasaki Vulcan S; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

Z650RS vs Vulcan S Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsZ650RSVulcan S
Price7.69 L8.13 L
Power649.0 CC649.0 CC
ClassSportsCruiser
Mileage23.00 KM/L23.00 KM/L
Z650RS
Kawasaki Z650RS
Ex-Showroom Price
₹7.69 L
Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
Ex-Showroom Price
₹8.13 L
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Kawasaki Z650RS
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7.69 L
STD BS VI
Kawasaki Vulcan S
STD BS VI
8.13 L
OverviewSpecificationsFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
6.8
7.0
Design7.007.00
Performance7.007.50
Fuel Consumption6.005.00
Significance6.007.00
Safety7.007.00
Comfort7.007.50
Value For Money6.757.00

Specifications

Engine CC649.0 CC649.0 CC
Max Torque 64 Nm @ 6700 Rpm62.40
Top Speed201 kmph170 kmph
No. of Gears6 Gears6 Gears
Starting MechanismSelf StartSelf Start
Ground Clearance125 mm mm130 mm mm
Kerb Weight192 KG235 KG
Seat Height800 mm705 mm
Fuel tank Capacity12.0 L14.0 L
Mileage23 KM/L23 KM/L
Front Brake TypeDual DiscSingle Disc
Rear Brake TypeSingle DiscSingle Disc
Front Tyre120/70ZR17M/C (58W)120/70 R18 M/C 59H
Rear Tyre160/60ZR17M/C (69W)160/60 R17 M/C 69H
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels

Features

Long wheelbase No Yes
Under-engine muffler No Yes
Relaxed, foot-forward riding position No Yes
Large disc brakes No Yes
Linkage-equipped offset laydown single-shock No Yes
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Pros Cons of Kawasaki Z650RS

Pros

  • The retro design pays tribute to the classic Z1.
  • Its 650 cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engines makes exciting low and mid-range grunt.
  • It has an assist and slipper clutch to keep the clutch action light, which is handy in city traffic.
  • The riding posture is friendly owing to the 800 mm seat height, a narrow midsection and wide, upright handlebars.
  • Front end uses dual 300 mm discs, and the rear has a 220 mm one, along with dual-channel ABS for sure-shot stops.

Cons

  • The 125 mm ground clearance needs you to be careful while going over tall speed breakers.
  • You will experience considerable windblast at highway speeds due to the absence of wind deflectors.
  • The telescopic front forks do not have adjustment options to fine-tune the damping characteristics.
  • A classic naked stance leaves you fully exposed to windblast during extended highway stints.

Verdict

The Kawasaki Z650RS gives you 1970s styling with modern engineering. Making it special, is its punchy parallel-twin engine’s performance, neutral riding position, and exceedingly agile persona.

However, its low ground clearance, modest 12-litre fuel tank and nonadjustable front forks can hamper the overall experience substantially. That said, if you want authentic retro character married to Japanese reliability, the Z650RS is a compelling option.

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