The Kawasaki Ninja 650 ABS KRT Edition motorcycle specifications include a 649 cc (39.60 cu in) engine, power of 68 hp (49.6 kW) @ 8,000 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 193.1 kg (425.6 lb).
Key specifications
How the Kawasaki Ninja 650 ABS KRT Edition compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.
About 8% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 58th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 5% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 55th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 7% lighter than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 37th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Very close to the Kawasaki database average. Around the 42nd percentile across Kawasaki models.
Very close to the Kawasaki database average. Around the 41st percentile across Kawasaki models.
Kawasaki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Kawasaki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
68 hp — more powerful than about 58% of Kawasaki models with power data.
649 cc — larger displacement than about 55% of Kawasaki models.
193.1 kg — heavier than about 37% of Kawasaki models, or lighter than about 63%.
790 mm — taller than about 42% of Kawasaki models.
15 L — larger than about 41% of Kawasaki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Kawasaki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Kawasaki models where that dimension is available.
2,055
2,122
3% below average.
740
833
11% below average.
1,135
1,175
3% below average.
1,410
1,441
Close to average.
790
801
Close to average.
130
187
30% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17 |
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| Rear tire size | 160/60-ZR17 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.352 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 352.1 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 104.8 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.38:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2018 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 649 cc (39.60 cu in) |
| Power | 68 hp (49.6 kW) @ 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.5 ft.lbs) @ 6,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 83.0 x 60 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI® with dual 38mm Keihin throttle bodies |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
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| Front suspension | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload |
| Front wheel travel | 124 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rake | 24.0° |
| Trail | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Petal discs and two-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Petal disc and single piston caliper. |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 160/60-ZR17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 193.1 kg (425.6 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,055 mm (80.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 740 mm (29.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,135 mm (44.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,410 mm (55.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 L (3.96 US gal) |
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Electrical and instruments
| Instruments | Analogue-style tachometer and multi-function dual-window LCD screen |
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| Lights | Dual headlamp |
Other specifications
| Color options | Lime Green/Ebony |
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| Factory warranty | 12 months |
| Price as new | US$ 7999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Small windshield |
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