Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650

Honda CBR650R Price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh which is Rs. 2.83 Lakh costlier than base model of Kawasaki Ninja 650 priced at Rs. 7.16 Lakh. In technical specifications, Honda CBR650R is powered by 649 cc engine , while Kawasaki Ninja 650 is powered by 649 cc engine. Honda CBR650R is available in 2 different colours while Kawasaki Ninja 650 comes with 1 colours. The Comparison Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

CBR650R vs Ninja 650

Key Highlights CBR650R STDNinja 650 STD
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Lnline-4-Cylinder Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Max Power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm 68 PS @ 8000 rpm
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CBR650R vs Ninja 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CBR650R STDKawasaki Ninja 650 STD
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Brand Name Honda Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.99 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 7.16 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Lnline-4-Cylinder Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Max Power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm 68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CBR650R Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Double Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size ... Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS ... Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 19,604 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance CBR650R Insurance Rs. 29,074 Ninja 650 Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Lnline-4-Cylinder Engine
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Engine Displacement
649 cc
649 cc
Max Power
95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
63 Nm @ 95000 rpm
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
...
83 mm
Stroke
...
60 mm
No Of Cylinders
...
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
...
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Digital
Compression Ratio
...
10.8:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Double Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
...
21 kmpl
Top Speed
...
210 kmph

Tyre Size
...
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Peak Power
95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Wheel Size
...
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
...
790 mm
Length*Width*Height
...
2115*740*1145 mm3
Wheelbase
...
1410 mm
Length
...
2115 mm
Ground Clearance
...
130 mm
Height
...
1145 mm
Width
...
740 mm
Fuel Capacity
...
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
...
196 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
...
790 mm
Front Brake Diameter
410 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
310 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Headlight
LED
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
...
Trellis, high-tensile steel
ABS
...
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Switch
Display
5 Inch TFT, Colour Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Tripmeter
...
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
...
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CBR650R
  • The inline four engine is very smooth and refined
  • The bike has a decent set of features on offer
  • The graphics and styling look amazing and makes it stand out
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • No power loss in the BS6 guise
  • Now gets a 4.3-inch colour-TFT screen with smartphone connectivity
  • Shod with grippier Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres.
Honda CBR650R
  • Priced a bit too high when compared to its rivals
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension
  • radial brake calipers or electronic aids.
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Q. What are the key differences between the Honda CBR650R and other bikes in the same class, such as the Yamaha R7 or Kawasaki Ninja 650?
  • The Honda CBR650R stands out with its refined inline-4 engine offering smoother power delivery and higher top-end performance compared to the Yamaha R7's twin-cylinder engine. It also features a more aggressive riding position and superior handling dynamics than the Kawasaki Ninja 650.
Q. I am confused between Ninja 650 2020 KRT edition VS CBR 650R? Which one is better?
  • CBR650R makes more power and at higher RPM and makes slightly lesser torque. Ninja being a twin cylinder engine makes more torque at lower rpm although it makes lesser power. Ninja 650 is good for long distance cruising. CBR with the 4 cylinder engine gives a sporty riding experience and makes more top speed than Ninja 650.
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Honda CBR650R Vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is cheaper than Honda CBR650R by Rs. 2.83 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of CBR650R produces 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm of power and 63 Nm @ 95000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 650 produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque

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