Honda NC750 vs Kawasaki Versys 650
The Kawasaki Versys 650 is more powerful, while the Honda NC750 has the lower seat. The Kawasaki Versys 650 produces 66 hp (49 kW), and the Honda NC750 offers a more approachable seat height for riders who value easier ground reach. The Kawasaki Versys 650 also has the greater estimated range between refuelling stops, while both remain mid-sized adventure motorcycles suited to different priorities. Choose based on whether seat reach or longer gaps between fuel stops matter more.
Honda NC750 vs Kawasaki Versys 650: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Honda NC750Model year 2026 | Kawasaki Versys 650Model year 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 745 cm³ | 649 cm³ |
| Power | 58 hp (43 kW) | 66 hp (49 kW) — Favorable value |
| Wet weight | 226 kg | 219 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 802 mm | 846 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.1 L | 20.8 L — Favorable value |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Honda NC750Model year 2026 | Kawasaki Versys 650Model year 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 745 cm³ | 649 cm³ |
| Power | 58 hp (43 kW) | 66 hp (49 kW) — Favorable value |
| Torque | 69 Nm — Favorable value | 61 Nm |
| Engine type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | Parallel Twin, four-stroke |
| Bore × stroke | 77.0 x 80.0 mm | 83.0 x 60.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Honda NC750Model year 2026 | Kawasaki Versys 650Model year 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Clutch | Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) | Wet multi-disc |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Honda NC750Model year 2026 | Kawasaki Versys 650Model year 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 226 kg | 219 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 802 mm | 846 mm |
| Length | 2,210 mm | 2,164 mm |
| Width | 846 mm | 841 mm |
| Height | 1,331 mm | 1,359 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,535 mm | 1,415 mm |
| Ground clearance | 142 mm | 170 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.1 L | 20.8 L — Favorable value |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Honda NC750Model year 2026 | Kawasaki Versys 650Model year 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Diamond; steel pipe | Tubular diamond, high-tensile steel |
| Front suspension | 41mm Showa telescopic fork; 4.7-inch travel | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork with stepless adjustable rebound and preload / 5.9 in. |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link® w/ single shock; 4.8-inch travel | Single offset laydown shock with remote adjustable spring preload |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm | 150 mm |
| Rear wheel travel | 120 mm | 145 mm |
| Rake | 27.0º | 25.0° |
| Trail | 110 mm | 109 mm |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Honda NC750Model year 2026 | Kawasaki Versys 650Model year 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Dual hydraulic calipers w/ 296mm petal-style discs; ABS | Double disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Petal-style discs. |
| Rear brakes | Single hydraulic caliper w/ 240mm petal-style disc; ABS | Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. Petal-style disc. |
| Front brake diameter | 296 mm | 300 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 240 mm | 250 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70 ZR-17 |
| Rear tire | 160/60-ZR17M/C (69W) | 160/60 ZR-17 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
Key differences
This comparison uses Honda NC750 from 2026 and Kawasaki Versys 650 from 2026.
Power
Honda NC750
58 hp (43 kW)
Kawasaki Versys 650
66 hp (49 kW)
Highlighted valueWet weight
Honda NC750
226 kg
Kawasaki Versys 650
219 kg
Highlighted valueEngine capacity
Honda NC750
745 cm³
Highlighted valueKawasaki Versys 650
649 cm³
Torque
Honda NC750
69 Nm
Highlighted valueKawasaki Versys 650
61 Nm
Seat height
Honda NC750
802 mm
Highlighted valueKawasaki Versys 650
846 mm
Honda NC750 vs Kawasaki Versys 650: which one to choose?
- Choose Honda NC750 if a lower seat helps you reach the ground; the difference is 44 mm.
- Choose Kawasaki Versys 650 if fewer refuelling stops matter; its theoretical tank/consumption range advantage is 22.9 %.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has more power?
- The Kawasaki Versys 650 has more power: 66 hp (49 kW) versus 58 hp (43 kW) for the Honda NC750.
- Which has the greater estimated range between fuel stops?
- The Kawasaki Versys 650 has the greater estimated range: 462 km versus 376 km for the Honda NC750.
- Which motorcycle has the lower seat?
- The Honda NC750 has the lower seat at 802 mm, compared with 846 mm for the Kawasaki Versys 650.