Kawasaki Z650 RS vs Honda NX500
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Kawasaki Z650 RS or Honda NX500? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Z650 RS and NX500. Kawasaki Z650 RS Price starts at Rs.6.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for BS6 and Honda NX500 Price starts at Rs.5.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Kawasaki Z650 RS is 2 cylinder, 649 cc Engine can generate 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas Honda NX500 is a 2 cylinder, 471 cc Engine can generate 46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm power. In terms of range, Z650 RS provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and NX500 has a mileage of 27.78 kmpl (base model). Kawasaki Z650 RS is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Honda NX500 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.
Z650 RS vs NX500
| Key Highlights | Kawasaki Z650 RS | Honda NX500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.6.99 Lakh | Rs.5.90 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 649 cc | 471 cc |
| Power | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 27.78 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Z650 RS specifications | NX500 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 7.91 Lakh Price Breakup | 6.68 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 Litres | 17.5 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 649 cc | 471 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Z650 RS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | NX500 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 272 | 296 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 32 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 32 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 19 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | TelescopiFork/125mm | Show41mSFF-Bupside-dow(USDfronforks |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload/130mm | Pro-Link moNo-suspension |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 110/80 - R19 |
Instrumentation
| Z650 RS Instrumentation | NX500 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | No | - |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| Z650 RS Exterior | NX500 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Z650 RS Warranty | NX500 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 30000 km | - |
Body & Suspension
| Z650 RS Body & Suspension | NX500 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Tubular& Diamond | Steel Diamond |
Engine & Transmission
| Z650 RS Engine & Transmission | NX500 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 649 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin | Liquid-cooled DOHC in-line 2-cylinder |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | - | 127.4 kwh |
Top Speed | 201 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | 83 mm x 60 mm | 67 mm x 66.8 mm |
Configuration | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm |
Max Torque | 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm | 43 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Z650 RS Comfort & Convenience | NX500 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | No | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | - |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Z650 RS Safety | NX500 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | No | - |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Z650 RS Dimensions & Capacity | NX500 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2065 mm | 2165 mm |
Width | 800 mm | 830 mm |
Height | 1115 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase | 1405 mm | 1445 mm |
Ground Clearance | 125 mm | 180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 Litres | 17.5 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 1.6 Litres | - |
Body Type | Cafe Racer | Adventure |
Seat Height | 800 mm | 830 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 192 kg | 196 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
| Z650 RS Entertainment & Communication | NX500 Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | Yes |
Pros & Cons
| Z650 RS Pros & Cons | NX500 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Kawasaki Z650 RS and Honda NX500
Safety
Z650 RS comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Traction Control System. NX500 has Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Kawasaki Z650 RS has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Honda NX500, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.
Transmission
Kawasaki Z650 RS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and NX500 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Kawasaki Z650 RS has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1115 mm seat height. Honda NX500 has 1415 mm seat height and 17.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Kawasaki Z650 RS and Honda NX500 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Kawasaki Z650 RS?
The on-road price of Kawasaki Z650 RS is Rs. 7.91 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Honda NX500?
The on-road price of Honda NX500 is Rs. 6.68 Lakh in New Delhi.