Naked bike · 2022
Z650
US$ 7349. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
MotoLibrary Score
48
/100
Balanced
Power/Weight
0.36 hp/kg
Torque
66 Nm
Engine
649 ccm
Engine
Displacement
649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)
Engine Type
Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details
Die-cast aluminium cylinder and lightweight coated pistons
Power
67.3 HP (49.1 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque
65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.5 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression
10.8:1
Bore x Stroke
83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel System
Injection. DFI® with Keihin 36mm Keihin throttle bodies
Fuel Control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
TCBI with electronic advance
Lubrication
Forced lubrication, semi dry sump
Cooling
Liquid
Max RPM
12500
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Assist and Slipper Clutch
Driveline
Sealed chain
Performance
Fuel Consumption
4.44 litres/100 km (22.5 km/l or 52.98 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases
103.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Rake
24.0°
Trail
100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front Suspension
41 mm telescopic fork
Front Travel
124 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear Suspension
Horizontal Back-link with preload adjustment
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-ZR17
Rear Tyre
160/60-ZR17
Front Brakes
Double disc. Petal-type rotors with two-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
Front Brake Ø
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear Brakes
Single disc. Petal disc. Single-piston. Optional ABS.
Rear Brake Ø
220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels
Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tires
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.
187.0 kg (412.3 pounds)
Seat Height
790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height
1064 mm (41.9 inches)
Overall Length
2065 mm (81.3 inches)
Overall Width
765 mm (30.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity
15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons)
Other
Starter
Electric
Color Options
Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray, Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Flat Spark Black
Instruments
TFT Instrumentation
Warranty
12 Month Limited Warranty
Notes
Smartphone Connectivity.
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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
City & Weekend Rides
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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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