Kawasaki Z650 (2017-2020) Questions and Answers

Question 1

Q. Can we increase the ground clearance for the 2020-Z650 VI model?

Question 2

Q. Can we install 2020 speedometer to 2019 model? is it possible - Z650?

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Should be possible as it seems just a change in assembly

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Yes they are capable

Question 3

Q. Can beginner can drive Kawasaki Z650? Is it suitable for beginner?

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Go for a 300 CC plus bike only if you have an experience of handling a simpler bike for over an year. Else you may invite trouble handling the power

Question 4

Q. What is the maintenance cost of Kawasaki Z650?

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5K a year around

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Oil change 60 bucks

Question 5

Q. Guys what's the lowest a dealer will go on the price? planning on a 500-700 cc bike - Z650?

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7023.00 what 4 year service agreement

Question 6

Q. I am planning to buy one. How is your experience with Z650?

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It a great buy! Where are you located?

Question 7

Q. I plan to purchase a mid range naked bike as soon as I can make up my mind on which naked bike to go for. I am down to final two choices and these are the Kawasaki Z650 and/or the Suzuki SV650. I am truly undecided between these two bikes and if my budget permits I would love to have both. But let's say I can only pick one of them which one should it be? Will appreciate any suggestions.

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Me personally I would go with the kawasaki ninja it more of a touring bike smooth ride unless you on the need for speed go with the sv650 they are both great bikes.

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Suzuki SV650 hasn't been launcned yet and there is no official update from the brand for its launch. So, you may go for 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 has also added a 4.3-inch colour TFT display to replace the older semi-digital unit. It gets Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to hook up your phone and manage music playback, phone calls, and also gives you post-ride analysis. The final update on the BS6 version are the new Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres which replace the previous and less-grippy Dunlop Sportmax D214 rubber. Do take a test ride in order to get better clarity. Check out authorised dealership details.

Question 8

Q. I am a Duke 200 user now I want to buy new bike and love naked bikes but little confused rather scared, can I handle 125 PS Z650 or Z900 what would you suggest?

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Thanks buddy

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Go for the 650 its wonderful to handle, and probably you are just as fast on it

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Which bike would be good for me 650 or 900

Question 9

Q. Is it suitable for short rider - Z650?

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I am 5 ft 5

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Yes its fine for as short as 5-5 I suppose

Question 10

Q. Is it good for a person with height 6 - Z650?

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Perfect it is. Even I'm 6-1

Question 11

Q. My height is 5'2 can I ride Ninja 650 or Z650. I can handle hero glamour bike as far as height is concerned.

Question 12

Q. I currently own a Duke 390, 2018 model and my usage is mostly for commuting and weekend rides. Is Z650 a good upgrade keeping in mind the above?

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A great upgrade especially for commuting and weekend rides. That's what me and my wife do on the weekends.

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I have a Z650 and had a Duke390 my advice is don't do it. The Duke is heaps more fun and corners way better. The stock Z tires are outright dangerous in the rain and the suspensions are soft and comfortable which are not suitable for cornering. Since you have a Duke I already know comfort and soft suspensions are not your gig. I regret my upgrade so I hope you don't make the same mistake as I did. I have it for about 1 year now and I am looking to trade it in. To be honest, I would rather get the Benelli 600i since that has 4 cylinders and adjustable shocks. The Z forks are not inverted and non adjustable. I would advise getting a used duke690 or if you have the cash go for the 790. I am not from India so I don't the the prices there but around the price of the Z you could check out the Yamaha MT-07 the only reason I didn't get it was because the MT-07 didn't have abs the year I was getting the Z and I feel that ABS is a must for me. The MT-07 is a faster bike. More horse power and torque weights about the same and has a bigger community. It's resale value is also higher. The Z feels very cheap in the feel of the dash (no average speed of trip like the duke) it looks good but I prefer the Yamaha. It's brighter and cleaner. The Z dash is often too dim in the sun. By no means I am bashing the Z. It's a good bike. It's dependable and good on fuel but it feels like a sedan instead of a sports car if you want to make a comparison with cars. The Duke is a hard bike to beat if you exclude the reliability issues but the fun is much more rewarding then the flaws. I mean I had 3 cracked airboxes and 1 head gasket in 2 years with the duke. All covered by warranty and I get to hang out at the KTM shops. I had no problems with the z so far except I lowsided the day I picked it up because I was hitting a corner that I hit everyday on the duke the same way with new tires and wasn't used to the springy soft suspensions. It all depends on what you want. I would say MT-07 or TnT 600i if you are buying brand new for about the same price. 600i has highest hp out of the 3 and has adjustable suspensions. Mt-07 is same price as the Z and has more torque and hp. Z excels in the braking out of them all but I can't say I like it's handling and I'm 5'11 and feel cramped on it. I can flat foot on it and it fits my wife who is 5'8. Just a side note the Z also has no immoblizer so it can be easily stolen. I had to replace a key after I lost it and the shop I normally go to told me to go to Kawasaki for key programming but it turns out all Thailand assembled Kawasakis don't have immoblizers.

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Thanks a lot

Question 13

Q. Does it's excust sounds like Z900?

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Yes it does

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How??you own z650 doesn't mean it is the best.Z650 sucks..auto like exhaust sound.No smooth throttle response.By paying only 1.5 lacs anybody can get 948 cc inline 4 engine over outdated parallel twin.Z900 always over z650