Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs. Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 vs Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023 compared to Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023
Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore65.5 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke48.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power62.5 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque61.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,900 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement656 ccm

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

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 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
LengthLength2,055 mmLength2,145 mm
WidthWidth740 mmWidth780 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,230 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)193 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)247 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2023

To judge the Kawasaki Ninja 650 purely on its paper form would be a serious mistake. The two-day test showed once again that performance data carries more weight at the pub table than in the wild. Kawa's sports tourer does exactly what it is supposed to and, thanks to the constant revision and the new features added for 2023, is still an enrichment for the class. Only hobby racers should be warned, as the name Ninja still stirs up a certain expectation that the 650 does not fully meet.

suitable for touring

comfortable

safety package

very accessible

ergonomically versatile

typical Ninja look

Chassis and brakes only average

adjustment of the rear shock absorber laborious

Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Suzuki Bandit 650S 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Suzuki Bandit 650S

Price Kawasaki Ninja 650

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Price Suzuki Bandit 650S

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