Sportbikes
2017Kawasaki Ninja 650
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The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 is an accessible middleweight sportbike designed for new and returning riders seeking manageable performance with genuine character. Known for its agile handling, comfortable ergonomics, and responsive parallel-twin engine, it delivers an engaging ride without overwhelming inexperienced pilots. The Ninja 650 balances everyday practicality with sport-bike styling, making it ideal for commuting, weekend riding, and skill development.
- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 178.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 68.0 HP (49.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 52.3 HP (38.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM | 68.0 HP (49.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 56.0 Nm (5.7 kgf-m or 41.3 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM | 65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.5 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Wet weight | 211.1 kg (465.4 pounds) | 193.0 kg (425.5 pounds) |
| Seat height | 805 mm (31.7 inches) | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons) | 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons) |
| Rear suspension | Single offset laydown shock with adjustable spring preload | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Petal discs and two-piston calipers. ABS. | Double disc. Petal discs and two-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Petal disc and single piston caliper. ABS. | Single disc. Petal disc and single piston caliper. |
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- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Power
- 68.0 HP (49.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 95 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- HKAXC.649AAG-015
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 4.05 L/100km (952.6 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.1 CO g/km
- Torque
- 65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3820 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 83.0 x 60.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm
- Overall length
- 2055 mm
- Overall width
- 740 mm
- Overall height
- 1135 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 178.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 193.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 124 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Petal discs and two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc and single piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Black, orange
- Warranty
- 12
- Fuel Tank Material
- M
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc |
| Dry weight | 178 kg | 178 kg | 178 kg | 178 kg | 178 kg | 178 kg |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.9 L | 16 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Ninja 650?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 has a Capacity of 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 650 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 has a Power of 68.0 HP (49.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 650 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja 650?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 has a Torque of 65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.5 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 650 weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 has a Dry weight of 178.0 kg (392.4 pounds).
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