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Yamaha R3 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2020

Yamaha R3 2021

Yamaha R3 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

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Overview - Yamaha R3 2021 vs Kawasaki Z650 2020

Yamaha R3 2021

Yamaha R3 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Technical Specifications Yamaha R3 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2020

Yamaha R3 2021
Kawasaki Z650 2020
Yamaha R3 2021
Yamaha R3 2021
Kawasaki Z650 2020
Kawasaki Z650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore68 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke44.1 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power42 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque29.6 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement321 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake25 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail95 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter220 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,380 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height780 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)169 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R3 2021

Yamaha R3 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z650 2020

Kawasaki Z650 2020

It's simply marvellous what Kawasaki has put together in a complete package with the new Z650. The technical components may not knock your socks off individually, but in combination they make for a pleasantly neutral motorbike that everyone will enjoy. No bitchy idiosyncrasies - simply a naked bike that works really well on winding country roads. Of course, the TFT display, which we don't find in the competition at the moment, is a plus, as is the grown-up look, which is strongly oriented towards the larger Z models. Only the pressure point of the front brake could have been more clearly defined - but you can't have everything in this price range.

powerful two-cylinder engine

aggressive intake noise

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Front brake pressure point

probably uncomfortable for tall riders

Rideology Appn och not 100% sophisticated.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R3 vs Kawasaki Z650

Price Yamaha R3

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z650

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