The Kawasaki Ninja 650 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 kg (425.5 lb).
Key specifications
The 2017 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Kawasaki Ninja 650 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 36th 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.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 160/60-ZR17 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.352 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 352.3 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 104.8 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.38:1 (Oversquare) |
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) |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| Trail | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Petal discs and two-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Petal disc and single piston caliper. |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 160/60-ZR17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 193 kg (425.5 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 |
|---|---|
| Lights | Dual headlamp |
Other specifications
| Color options | Green/Ebony |
|---|---|
| Factory warranty | 12 months |
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