Kawasaki Z 650 ABS
- Production years
- 2018–2026
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Z650 ABS (2017-Present)
Selected year: 2026
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 649 cm³
- Wet weight
- 186 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Z 650 ABS is a naked motorcycle in the Z family, produced from 2018 through 2026. The 2026 model uses a liquid-cooled, 649.0 cm³ four-stroke parallel twin, delivers 65.7 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm, and weighs 186.0 kg wet.
Its 785 mm seat is 5 mm lower than the 2018 version, which can make reaching the ground easier for some riders. The 15.10-liter tank carries less fuel than the 17.00-liter tank on the 2018 model, while the 65.7 Nm torque peak at 6,500 rpm marks where the engine delivers its strongest twist.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 83.0 x 60.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 649 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- TCBI with electronic advance
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
- Starting
- Electric
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power weight ratio
- 0.3618 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 65.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 15.1 L
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Overall height
- 1,080 mm
- Overall length
- 2,065 mm
- Overall width
- 775 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Wet weight
- 186 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,410 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41 mm telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 124 mm
- Rake
- 24.0°
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal Back-link with preload adjustment
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Petal-type rotors with two-piston calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-ZR17
Model years
2019
Seat height: 790 mm → 785 mm; Fuel capacity: 17 L → 15.1 L
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ |
| Power | 39 hp (29 kW) | 39 hp (29 kW) | 39 hp (29 kW) | 39 hp (29 kW) | 39 hp (29 kW) | — |
| Torque | 65.7 Nm | 65.7 Nm | 65.7 Nm | 65.7 Nm | 65.7 Nm | 65.7 Nm |
| Wet weight | 186 kg | 186 kg | 186 kg | 186 kg | 186 kg | 186 kg |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.1 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
ABS at both ends
ABS on the front and rear brakes can help the rider maintain control during hard braking.
Adjustable rear preload
The rear suspension's preload adjustment lets riders tune it for different loads.
Lower seat than the 2018 model
The 785 mm seat is 5 mm lower than before, which may make it easier to plant a foot at stops.
Things to consider
Reduced fuel capacity
At 15.10 liters, the tank holds less fuel than the 17.00-liter tank on the 2018 model.
Chain final drive
The chain needs periodic cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment.
Limited ground clearance
The 130 mm ground clearance leaves less space beneath the motorcycle over uneven surfaces.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
785 mm
Approx. loaded height
755 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 15.1 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
275 km
With 10% reserve
247 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the engine displacement of the 2026 Kawasaki Z 650 ABS?
It has a 649.0 cm³ liquid-cooled, four-stroke parallel-twin engine.
How much torque does the 2026 Kawasaki Z 650 ABS produce?
It produces 65.7 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm.
What is the seat height?
The seat height is 785 mm.
Does the Kawasaki Z 650 ABS have ABS?
Yes, ABS is fitted to both the front and rear brakes.
