Naked Motorcycles
2021Kawasaki Z650 ABS
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The 2021 Kawasaki Z650 ABS is a light, sporty middleweight naked bike popular with newer riders. Its liquid-cooled 649cc parallel twin produces 65.7 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain, with ABS standard. A low 785 mm seat, 186 kg wet weight and 15.1-litre tank make it easy to handle.
- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 186.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 67.3 HP (50.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A versatile naked middleweight built for commuting, everyday fun, and light weekend riding.
- Built for
- Friendly and engaging, offering a lively twin-cylinder feel without being intimidating.
- Not ideal for
- Not the best choice for riders seeking serious long-distance touring comfort or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Power
- 67.3 HP (50.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 95 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- MKAXC.649AAG-004
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 4.05 L/100km (58.1 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.1 CO g/km
- Torque
- 65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m) @ 6700 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.40 litres/100 km (22.7 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3618 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 83.0 x 60.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with electronic advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi and #8209;dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm
- Overall length
- 2065 mm
- Overall width
- 775 mm
- Overall height
- 1080 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Wet weight
- 186.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.10 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41 mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal Back-link with preload adjustment
- Front wheel travel
- 124 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 99 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Petal-type rotors with two-piston calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Spark Black, Stormcloud Blue/Pearl Storm Gray/Metallic Flat Spark Black
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.1 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 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 Z650 ABS?
The 2021 Kawasaki Z650 ABS has a Capacity of 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z650 ABS have?
The 2021 Kawasaki Z650 ABS has a Power of 67.3 HP (50.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z650 ABS have?
The 2021 Kawasaki Z650 ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Z650 ABS?
The 2021 Kawasaki Z650 ABS has a Torque of 65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.5 ft.lbs) @ 6700 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Z650 ABS weigh?
The 2021 Kawasaki Z650 ABS has a Wet weight of 186.0 kg (410.1 pounds).
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