Kawasaki Ninja 650

Kawasaki Ninja 650 Overview

The Ninja 650 suits buyers looking for a sport middleweight with more power than the Aprilia RS 457, but less output than the Triumph Daytona 660 or Suzuki GSX-8R. Its 649cc twin produces 67.3 bhp and 64 Nm, with a six-speed gearbox and assist-and-slipper clutch. Dual-channel ABS covers both wheels, and traction control adds another listed safety feature. The TFT display offers Bluetooth connectivity and fuel-use readouts.

At 790mm, its seat is the lowest among these listed rivals, a useful point for shorter riders. Its 196kg kerb weight is higher than the RS 457’s 175kg. The Ninja is priced below the Daytona and GSX-8R, but above the RS 457. A stepped pillion seat, no under-seat storage and the absence of a quickshifter or cruise control are practical compromises. No mileage claim is provided, so fuel economy cannot be compared from the supplied figures.

• The 649cc twin makes 67.3 bhp and 64 Nm for middleweight performance.
• Dual-channel ABS helps prevent both wheels from locking under hard braking.
• Its 790mm seat is the lowest among the listed rivals.
• Bluetooth on the TFT screen brings fuel-use readouts and distance-to-empty information.
• Rear suspension preload can be adjusted to tune its setting.

Best for: Buy it if you want a powerful sport middleweight with a relatively low seat, dual-channel ABS and useful display information.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 Variants

Kawasaki Ninja 650 price for the base model starts at — and the top model price goes upto — (on-road Satara). Ninja 650 price for 1 variant is listed above.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 Specifications & Features

Specifications of the Standard variant. Figures for other trims are on their individual pages.

Ninja 650 Colours

Kawasaki Ninja 650 is available in 1 colour.

Ninja 650 EMI Calculator

Based on the on-road price in Satara for the base variant.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 — Frequently Asked Questions