Kawasaki Z650 2023

Street Born, Z Inspired.

The New Decade marked a huge leap forward for Kawasaki Z Series bikes. Using the excellent platform of the previous Z650, engine, suspension and chassis remain relatively unchanged, providing a great combination of light handling punchy engine but giving an overall confidence inspiring experience.

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Kawasaki Z650 & Z650 Performance – Energize

New Decade marks a huge leap forward for Kawasaki Z Series bikes. Using the excellent platform of the previous Z650, engine, suspension and chassis remain relatively unchanged, providing a great combination of light handling punchy engine but giving a over all a confidence inspiring experience.

As with the Ninja 650, the Kawasaki Z650 is a bike that will not only suit those new to motorcycling but has plenty to offer those that are experienced. This is a bike that will keep you interested and you will want to own for a long time to come.

From 2020 Z650 Is showered with modern technology and little improvements, starting with new LED headlight which looks excelent paired with new more aggresive styling, furthermore TFT full colour dash with Bluetooth connectivity makes its appearance on majority of the Kawasaki bikes setting a new standard for other manufacturers to aspire to. Last but not least  Z650 is given a set of new Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport tires improving every aspect of the riding experience.

The gutsy 650 parallel twin with it’s lightweight slipper clutch delivers a smooth, inspiring but predicatble power curve that will soon build up the confidence of any new rider. A welcome by product of the latest fuel and power mapping has been the increase in fuel economy.

The Performance version comes with an Akrapovic exhaust system, a bikini screen and a colour coded seat cowl.

Restriction for A2 Licence compliancy is available on request.

This all new Kawasaki Z650 has seamlessly joined the rest of the Zed family. Isn’t it time for you to do the same.  Give our sales department a call on 01508 471919 to book your road test and we will let the bike do the rest of the talking.

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Sharper Headlamp Cowl

Sharper Headlamp Cowl

The headlamp cowl became sharper and more compact, with a two-piece design (distinct from that of the three-piece Z900 cowl) that positions coloured pieces higher to create a light image. The sharp chin spoiler, new meter cover, and more forward-slanting lines contribute to the sugomi design.

 

Increased Passenger Comfort

Increased Passenger Comfort

Rear seat with thicker urethane (approximately 5 mm thicker at the centre, 10 mm thicker at the sides) and wider sides offers increased passenger comfort.

 

TFT Colour Instrumentation

TFT Colour Instrumentation

The new alldigital TFT colour instrumentation – a Kawasaki first in the 650cc class – gives the cockpit a high-tech, highgrade appearance. The new meter also offers additional features unavailable on the previous model.

 

Smartphone Connectivity

Smartphone Connectivity

A Bluetooth chip built into the instrument panel enables riders to connect to their motorcycle wirelessly. Using the smartphone application “RIDEOLOGY THE APP,” a number of instrument functions can be accessed, contributing to an enhanced motorcycling experience.

 

Stronger Sugomi Presence

Stronger Sugomi Presence

With a sharper, more compact cowl and more muscular radiator shrouds, the new Z650 boasts a stronger sugomi presence.

 

New Tyres: Lighter Handling

New Tyres: Lighter Handling

New Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres contribute to lighter handling.

 

Cleaner Emissions

Cleaner Emissions

A number of changes to the intake and exhaust system components were made to ensure that Euro4 emissions regulations are cleared, and offer an increase in mid-range torque while maintaining the power of the previous model.

Z650 Silver

Z650 Grey

Z650 Performance Silver

Z650 Performance Grey

Striking Sugomi styling, easy control and accessible power invoke the Kawasaki Z spirit. For 2023, The Kawasaki Z650 range also benefits from the introduction of traction control and full LED lighting pack.

Power Icon Power 50.2 kW {68 PS} / 8,000 rpm
Torque Icon Torque 64 Nm {6.5 kgfm} / 6,700 rpm
Seat Height Icon Seat Height 790 mm
Weight Icon Wet Weight 188 kg
Engine

Unmistakable heartbeat

Legendary Kawasaki twin cylinder engine.

The beating heart of the bike is the 649cc motor. The noise of a 90 degree crank, twin cylinder, dual overhead cam, four stroke Kawasaki engine is unmistakable to all enthusiasts of motorcycling. Tried, tested and loved by many powerplant is at the centre of the bike design. Increased mid-range performance comes from redesigned exhaust which allows the bike to pass through the rigorous Euro5 emissions limits. Making for smoother and more usable power delivery.

Styling

Muscular bodywork

Sugomi inspired

With a sharper, more compact cowl and more muscular radiator shrouds, the new Z650 boasts a stronger sugomi presence.

Emissions

New regulations

Clean speed

A number of changes to the intake and exhaust system components were made to ensure that Euro5 emissions regulations are cleared, and offer an increase in mid-range torque while maintaining the power of the previous model.

KTRC

Enhanced riding experience

Peace of mind

Kawasaki’s advanced traction control system provides both enhanced sport riding performance and the peace of mind under certain conditions to negotiate low-traction surfaces with confidence. Two modes allow riders to adjust settings to suit the riding situation and rider preference. Riders may also elect to turn the system OFF. For 35 kW kit models, KTRC offers one mode (plus OFF).

Comfort

Designed for comfort

Comfot even during the longest of trips

Rear seat with thicker urethane (approximately 5 mm thicker at the centre, 10 mm thicker at the sides) and wider sides offers increased passenger comfort.

Codes

Model variant codes

ER650SPFAN – Grey (GY1) or Silver/Red (SL1)

Specifications

Instruments

Full Colour TFT

Warranty

2 years unlimited mileage

Service Interval

12 months / 7500 miles

Valve Clearance

15000 miles

Frame

Trellis, high-tensile steel

Wheelbase

1,410 mm

Rake

Trail

100 mm

Front Suspension

41 mm telescopic fork

Front Wheel

17"

Front Wheel Travel

125 mm

Front Brake

Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs. Caliper: Dual piston

Front Tyre

120/70ZR17M/C (58W)

Rear Suspension

Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload

Rear Wheel

17"

Rear Wheel Travel

130 mm

Rear Brake

Single 220 mm petal disc. Caliper: Single-piston

Rear Tyre

160/60ZR17M/C (69W)

Fuel Capacity

15 litres

Dry Weight

Wet Weight

188 kg

Seat Height

790 mm

Max Height

1,065 mm

Max Length

2,055 mm

Type

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin

Displacement

649

Bore And Stroke

83 x 60 mm

Compression Ratio

10.8:1

Power

50.2 kW {68 PS} / 8,000 rpm

Torque

64 Nm {6.5 kgfm} / 6,700 rpm

Fuel Delivery

Fuel injection: Ø 36 mm x 2 with dual throttle valves

Exhaust

2-1

Emissions

Euro 5

Gearbox

6 speed

Ratio

1= (39/16) 2=(36/21) 3=(32/24) 4=(30/27) 5=(28/29) 6=(23/27)

Primary Drive

2.095 (88/42)

Final Drive

Chain

Clutch

Wet multi-disc, manual

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