Kawasaki Z650 vs Suzuki GSX-8R

Suzuki GSX-8R Price starts at Rs. 9.25 Lakh which is Rs. 2.60 Lakh costlier than base model of Kawasaki Z650 priced at Rs. 6.65 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Z650 is 28.11 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Z650 is powered by 649 cc engine , while Suzuki GSX-8R is powered by 776 cc engine. Kawasaki Z650 is available in 1 different colours while Suzuki GSX-8R comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Z650 vs Suzuki GSX-8R can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Z650 vs GSX-8R

Key Highlights Z650 STDGSX-8R STD
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm ...
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Z650 vs GSX-8R Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z650 STDSuzuki GSX-8R STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 6.65 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 9.25 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm ...
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z650 Colors
Suzuki GSX-8R Colors
Brakes Front Double Disc Double Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 18,208 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 25,326 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 28,274 Z650 Insurance Rs. 32,355 GSX-8R Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
649 cc
776 cc
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
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Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
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Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
83 mm
84.0 mm
Stroke
60 mm
70.0 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
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Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
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Compression Ratio
10.8:1
12.8 : 1

Brakes Front
Double Disc
Double Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Quarter Mile
13.31s @ 135kmph
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Braking (60-0 kmph)
19.83m
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Braking (80-0 kmph)
32.91m
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Braking (100-0 kmph)
50.91m
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Mileage (City)
19.02 kmpl
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Mileage (Highway)
28.11 kmpl
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Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-ZR17 Rear :- 160/60-ZR17
Front :-120/70ZR17 Rear :-180/55ZR17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
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Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
790 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
2115*765*1065 mm3
2155*770*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1410 mm
1465 mm
Length
2115 mm
2155 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
145 mm
Height
1065 mm
1135 mm
Width
765 mm
770 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
14 Liters
Kerb Weight
191 Kg
205 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
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Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
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Additional Features
Smartphone connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP, Fuel Type / Minimum Octane Rating - Unleaded petrol/RON91, Lubrication - Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump, Rake - 240°, Trail - 100mm, Rear/Front Caliper - Single/Dual Piston, Fuel System - Fuel injection: ø36 mm x 2 with dual throttle valves
Suzuki Intelligent Control System, Suzuki Clutch Assist System, Suzuki Intelligent Ride System
Headlight
LED
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Display
TFT Colour Display
5-inch colour TFT LCD
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Passenger Footrest
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Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
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Odometer
Digital
Digital

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Z650
  • Despite BS6 updates
  • no real change in performance outputs
  • Modern features like LED headlight
  • 4.3-inch colour-TFT screen and smartphone connectivity
  • Kitted with grippier Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 rubber.
Kawasaki Z650
  • Engine is too mellow
  • lacks character
  • Misses out on radial brake calipers and electronic aids
  • Ground clearance is an abysmal 130mm.
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Q. I'm a city rider. I want to know which amoung z650 and ninja650 is best in comfort while in traffic
  • The Ninja’s newfound soft touch has grown it into a more agreeable and well-rounded motorcycle that will allow it to fulfil more roles and appeal to more riders than before. It definitely feels more upmarket too, thanks to the new design and lengthier features list, so there’s no problem justifying the premium over the BS4 bike. It’s also the one here that gives you a big-bike feel from the saddle, which the Z, with its 390 Duke-like proportions, doesn’t succeed at. on the other hand, the naked in the lineup has gone in a whole different direction. The Z650 was once the pragmatic, sensible choice in the 650 lineup, a sort of jack of all trades. Previously most at home in an urban environment, this BS6 update has introduced chinks in the Z’s armour in the form of harsh low-speed ride quality and a suspension setup that feels crude and unsophisticated. These changes alienate the once-friendly Z, and our recommendation would hence be to shell out the extra Rs 30,000 (a rather insignificant premium at this price point) and go for the fully faired sibling. You may compare both bikes accordingly. Do take a test ride for better clarity. Check out authorised dealership details.

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The Kawasaki Z650 is cheaper than Suzuki GSX-8R by Rs. 2.60 Lakh.

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