Ninja 650 - 2026 Specifications and Reviews
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 650 is an accessible middleweight sportbike designed for new and returning riders seeking manageable performance with genuine style. Its 649cc parallel-twin engine delivers smooth, linear power and excellent fuel efficiency, while the comfortable 31.1-inch seat height and nimble handling make it perfect for daily commuting and weekend canyon carving alike.
2026
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Final Drive | Sealed chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | TCBI with Electronic Advance |
| Induction | DFI® with dual 36mm Keihin throttle bodies |
| Max Torque | 48.5 lb-ft @ 6,700 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Bore x Stroke | 83.0 x 60.0mm |
| Capacity | 649cc |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 55.5 in |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.0 gal |
| Wet Weight | 425.6 lb* (ABS), 423.4 lb* (non-ABS) 50-State Model; 423.4 lb* (ABS), 421.2 lb* (non-ABS) 49-State Model |
| Seat Height | 31.1 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
Ninja 650 dimensions and frame | |
| Front Brakes | Dual 300mm petal-type discs and 2-piston calipers (and ABS) |
| Rear Tyre | 160/60 x 17 |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 x 17 |














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