Kawasaki Z650RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 900

Triumph Speed Twin 900 Price starts at Rs. 8.49 Lakh which is Rs. 1.50 Lakh costlier than base model of Kawasaki Z650RS priced at Rs. 6.99 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Z650RS is 23 kmpl whereas the mileage of Triumph Speed Twin 900 is 24.39 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Z650RS is powered by 649 cc engine , while Triumph Speed Twin 900 is powered by 900 cc engine. Kawasaki Z650RS is available in 1 different colours while Triumph Speed Twin 900 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Z650RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 900 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Z650RS vs Speed Twin 900

Key Highlights Z650RS STDSpeed Twin 900 STD
Engine Type 4st, 2-cyl, DOHC, 4val, Liquid-cooled Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 65 PS @ 7500 rpm

Z650RS vs Speed Twin 900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z650RS STDTriumph Speed Twin 900 STD
Rating
8 reviews
5 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 6.99 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 8.49 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4st, 2-cyl, DOHC, 4val, Liquid-cooled Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z650RS Colors
Triumph Speed Twin 900 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Cast Aluminium
ABS ... Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI
Rs. 19,138 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 23,245 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 28,808 Z650RS Insurance Rs. 31,162 Speed Twin 900 Insurance
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Engine Type
4st, 2-cyl, DOHC, 4val, Liquid-cooled
Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Engine Displacement
649 cc
900 cc
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
80 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
83 mm
84.6 mm
Stroke
60 mm
80 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
B&C (TCBI, B. P&EL. ADV.)
...
Compression Ratio
10.8
11.0:1
Engine Immobilizer
...

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
23 kmpl
24.39 Kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-R17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Cast Aluminium

Dry Weight
...
216 kg
Seat height
800 mm
765 mm
Length*Width*Height
2065*800*1115 mm3
2095*780*1110 mm3
Wheelbase
1405 mm
1450 mm
Length
2065 mm
2095 mm
Ground Clearance
125 mm
...
Height
1115 mm
1110 mm
Width
800 mm
780 mm
Fuel Capacity
12 Liters
12 Liters
Kerb Weight
192 Kg
...
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
272 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
186 mm
255 mm

Additional Features
...
Immobiliser - Immobiliser Transponder Built into The Key, System - Multipoint Sequential Electronic Fuel injection, Exhaust - Brushed Stainless Steel 2 into 2 Exhaust System with Twin Silencers, Swingarm - Twin-Sided Fabrication, Rake - 25.1º, Trail - 102.4 mm, Immobiliser - Immobiliser Transponder Built Into The Key
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Charging at Home
...
Charging at Charging Station
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

ABS
...
Dual Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Cafe Racer Bikes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Display
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Switchable ABS
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Youthful and traditional design; Punchy
  • torquey motor; Packs decent hardware and electronics for the price.
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Lacks a sixth gear; Limited dealership network; Spares and service costs are on the higher side.

Is Kawasaki Z650RS Better Than Triumph Speed Twin 900?

62% users have chosen Kawasaki Z650RS over Triumph Speed Twin 900 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 50 users have also rated Kawasaki Z650RS and Triumph Speed Twin 900 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Kawasaki Z650RS has out rated Triumph Speed Twin 900 on all the rating factors.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Z650RS Speed Twin 900
Mileage 4.8 3.9
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 5.0 4.4
Maintenance 4.8 3.8
Features 5.0 4.5
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Recently Asked User Questions

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  • With the seat height of 760 mm, Triumph Street Twin would be comfortable enough for you. Moreover, the best way to judge riding comfort is by taking a test ride. Check out authorised dealership details.

Kawasaki Z650RS Vs Triumph Speed Twin 900 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Z650RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
Kawasaki Z650RS has out rated Triumph Speed Twin 900 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z650RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
The Kawasaki Z650RS is cheaper than Triumph Speed Twin 900 by Rs. 1.50 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z650RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Z650RS produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 900 cc Petrol engine of Speed Twin 900 produces 65 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 80 Nm @ 3800 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Z650RS has better performance.

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