ENGINE TYPE
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
DISPLACEMENT
649 cm³
BORE X STROKE
83 x 60 mm
COMPRESSION RATION
10.8:1
RATED OUTPUT
50.2 kW {68 PS} / 8,000 rpm
MAX. TORQUE
64 N•m {6.5 kgf•m} / 6,700 rpm
LUBRICATION
Forced lubrication, semi‑dry sump
FUEL SUPPL
Fuel injection: Ø 36 mm x 2 with dual throttle valves
CERTIFICATION
Euro 5
CLUTCH
Wet multi-disc, manual
GEARBOX
6 Speed
FINAL DRIVE
Chain
STARTING
Electric
GEAR RATIO
Gear Ratios 1st 2.438 (39/16) Gear Ratios 2nd 1.714 (36/21) Gear Ratios 3rd 1.333 (32/24) Gear Ratios 4th 1.111 (30/27) Gear Ratios 5th 0.966 (28/29) Gear Ratios 6th 0.852 (23/27)
FRAME
Trellis, high-tensile steel
FRONT SUSPENSION
41 mm telescopic fork
FRONT BRAKE
Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs. Caliper: Dual piston
REAR SUSPENSION
Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload
REAR BRAKE
Single 220 mm petal disc. Caliper: Single-piston
FRONT TYRE
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
REAR TYRE
160/60ZR17M/C (69W)
LENGTH
2055mm
WIDTH
740mm
HEIGHT
1145mm
GROUND CLEARANCE
130 mm
UNLADEN WEIGHT
193kg
USABABLE TANK VOLUME
15 litres
WHEELBASE
1,410 mm
SEAT HEIGHT
790mm
Smartphone connectivity
A Bluetooth chip built into the instrument panel enables riders to connect to their motorcycle wirelessly. Using the smartphone application “RIDEOLOGY THE APP,” a number of instrument functions can be accessed, contributing to an enhanced motorcycling experience.
TFT Colour Instrumentation
The all new digital TFT colour instrumentation – a Kawasaki first in the 650cc class – gives the cockpit a high-tech, highgrade appearance. The new meter also offers additional features unavailable on the previous model.
12v Power outlet
!2v Powe outlet allows for charging or use of externally ounted sat nav power supply
Improved riding position
Prioritising a sportier appearance, the redesigned windshield is now lower and flush-fit with the upper cowl. It is set at a more upright angle to offer the rider decent wind protection.