Naked Motorcycles

2027Kawasaki Z650RS

31 fields on record

The 2027 Kawasaki Z650RS pairs the same 649cc parallel-twin (68 hp, 64 Nm) as the Z650S with retro-styled bodywork evoking Kawasaki's classic Z1, including a round headlight and teardrop tank. A 41mm telescopic fork and horizontal back-link rear suspension keep handling accessible, with twin 300mm front discs and Kawasaki Traction Control standard.

Capacity: 649.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 179.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 67.3 HP

⇄ Compare with another bike All model years

What’s new for the 2027 Kawasaki Z650RS

vs the 2026

Spec	2026	2027
Power	67.0 HP (49.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM	67.3 HP
Torque	65.8 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.5 ft.lbs) @ 6700 RPM	64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m or 47.2 ft.lbs)
Dry weight	174.0 kg (383.6 pounds)	179.0 kg (394.6 pounds)
Wet weight	187.0 kg (412.3 pounds)	192.0 kg (423.3 pounds)
Front suspension	41 mm telescopic fork	41mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Horizontal Back-link with preload adjustment	Horizontal back-link
Front brakes	Double disc. Petal-type rotors with two-piston calipers. ABS.	Dual 300mm discs
Rear brakes	Single disc. Petal disc. Single-piston. ABS.	220mm disc
Compression	10.8:1	not listed

Other years 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering70%

City riding65%

Daily riding60%

Touring50%

Two-up35%

Track45%

Best for: Retro-styled street riding and commuting
Built for: Classic Z1-inspired styling on a modern accessible platform
Not ideal for: Riders wanting sharp sport-naked handling or long-range touring

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to us

Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2027 Kawasaki Z650RS, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

More bikes at 751-820 mm — Middle Ground →

Find bikes that fit your height →

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 649.0 ccm
Power: 67.3 HP
Torque: 64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m)
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3760 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system: Liquid

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1405 mm
Overall length: 2065 mm
Overall width: 800 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Dry weight: 179.0 kg
Wet weight: 192.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 41mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Horizontal back-link
Front wheel travel: 125 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual 300mm discs
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: 220mm disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17
Front Wheel: 17.0 in
Rear tyre: 160/60 ZR17
Rear Wheel: 17.0 in

Other

Comments: Retro-styled sibling to the Z650S, evoking the classic Z1 with round headlight and teardrop tank.

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	2022	2023	2025	2026	2027
Capacity	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc
Dry weight	174 kg	174 kg	174 kg	174 kg	179 kg
Seat height	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	12 L	12.1 L	12.1 L	12.1 L	12 L