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Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022 vs. Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022 compared to Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power68.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque62.4 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel80 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeTubular
TrailTrail120 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter200 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)229 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2022

With the RS, Kawasaki proves that it has mastered the art of retro bikes. You immediately forget that underneath the pretty dress is the normal Z650, because thanks to the right details, the retro design has been convincingly implemented. In the saddle, you enjoy the accessibility that you know from the technical sister. A retro bike that both beginners and experienced bikers will really enjoy!

perfectly realised retro design

analogue displays

lively engine,accessible handling

powerful brakes

comfortable ergonomics

adjustable levers

real eye-catcher

slightly softer sound

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650 RS

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki Z650 RS

Model year
Current average market prices

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