Sport · 2022
Ninja 650
US$ 7699. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
MotoLibrary Score
45
/100
Balanced
Power/Weight
0.27 hp/kg
Torque
56 Nm
Engine
649 ccm
Engine
Displacement
649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)
Engine Type
Twin, four-stroke
Power
52.3 HP (38.2 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque
56.0 Nm (5.7 kgf-m or 41.3 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Compression
10.8:1
Bore x Stroke
83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder
4
Fuel System
Injection. DFI® with dual 36mm Keihin throttle bodies
Fuel Control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
TCBI with digital advance
Lubrication
Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Cooling
Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Assist and Slipper Clutch
Driveline
Sealed chain
Chassis
Frame Type
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Rake
24.0°
Trail
99 mm (3.9 inches)
Front Suspension
41mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Front Travel
124 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear Suspension
Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload
Rear Travel
130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase
1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground Clearance
130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre
120/70-17
Rear Tyre
160/60-17
Front Brakes
Double disc. Petal discs and two-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
Front Brake Ø
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear Brakes
Single disc. Petal disc and single piston caliper. Optional ABS.
Rear Brake Ø
220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.
192.1 kg (423.4 pounds)
Seat Height
790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height
1146 mm (45.1 inches)
Overall Length
2055 mm (80.9 inches)
Overall Width
739 mm (29.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity
15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons)
Other
Starter
Electric
Color Options
Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray, Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Carbon Gray
Instruments
Analogue-style tachometer and multi-function dual-window LCD screen
Light
Dual LED headlamp
Warranty
12 Month Limited Warranty
Notes
Economical Riding Indicator.
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Rider Profile
Who Is This Bike For?
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Intermediate
Requires some riding experience.
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Best For
Sport & Track
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Seat Height
79 cm / 31.1 in
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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