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Kawasaki Z650 2021 vs. BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2021 vs BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2021 compared to BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

Kawasaki Z650 2021
BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023
Kawasaki Z650 2021
Kawasaki Z650 2021
BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023
BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore83 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power109 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque116 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake61.5 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail110.6 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,175 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,527 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight185 kgKerb Weight223 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)223 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Kawasaki Z650 2021

Even in 2021, the Kawasaki Z 650 stands for easy riding with great looks and good equipment. Both seat height and engine are very accessible and will give both experienced riders and newcomers a lot of pleasure. If you are looking for an honest naked bike without any big surprises, this is the bike for you. Due to its compact dimensions, however, you should try it out before buying and perhaps go for the raised seat.

accessible two-cylinder

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Probably uncomfortable for tall riders

adrenaline level in the saddle lower than with the competition

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

BMW R nineT Scrambler 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs BMW R nineT Scrambler

Price Kawasaki Z650

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R nineT Scrambler

Model year
Current average market prices

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