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Kawasaki Z650RS vs Suzuki SV650X: specs compared

Side-by-side specs of the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022-present) and the Suzuki SV650X (2021-present), using the latest model year of each.

Key differences

  • Power: Kawasaki Z650RS 67 hp, Suzuki SV650X 73 hp.
  • Torque: Kawasaki Z650RS 64 Nm, Suzuki SV650X 64 Nm.
  • Weight: Kawasaki Z650RS 187 kg, Suzuki SV650X 200 kg.
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Key figures

Power hp

  • Kawasaki Z650RS (2022-present)67
  • Suzuki SV650X (2021-present)73 (best)

Torque Nm

  • Kawasaki Z650RS (2022-present)64
  • Suzuki SV650X (2021-present)64

Weight kg

  • Kawasaki Z650RS (2022-present)187 (best)
  • Suzuki SV650X (2021-present)200

Full specs

Specification
Kawasaki Z650RS at EICMA 2025 — photo by MotorideSA
Kawasaki Z650RS
2022-present
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Suzuki SV650X ABS, 2021 model year — photo by Med Chaos
Suzuki SV650X
2021-present
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CategoryClassic/RetroClassic/Retro
Years2022-present2021-present
Engine649cc Parallel-Twin645cc liquid-cooled 90° V-twin, DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder, fuel injected; Euro5-compliant ECU/exhaust retune
Cylinders22
Displacement649 cc645 cc
Power67 hp @ 8,000 rpm73 hp @ 8,500 rpmBest
Torque64 Nm @ 6,700 rpm64 Nm @ 6,800 rpm
Transmission6-speed, chain final drive6-speed manual, wet multi-plate clutch, chain final drive
Final drivechainchain
Weight187 kg (wet)Best200 kg (wet)
Seat height800 mm790 mm
Fuel capacity12 L14.5 LBest
Front suspension41mm telescopic fork, non-adjustable, 4.9 in travelTelescopic fork, 41mm diameter, non-adjustable
Rear suspensionHorizontal back-link, single shock with adjustable spring preload, 5.1 in travelLink-type, single shock, steel swingarm, adjustable spring preload
Brake systemABS standardABS standard; dual front discs, single rear disc
Front brakeDual 300mm discs, 2-piston calipersDual 290mm discs, two-piston calipers
Rear brakeSingle 220mm discSingle 240mm disc, single-piston caliper
Front tire120/70 ZR17120/70-17
Rear tire160/60 ZR17160/60-17
QuickshifterNoNo
Launch priceUSD 8,999 (US)Not available