Honda CB650R vs Kawasaki Z900

Last Updated: October 8, 2026

Kawasaki Z900 price starts at Rs. 9.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 31,269 cheaper than the base variant of Honda CB650R, priced at Rs. 10.30 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB650R offers a claimed 20.4 kmpl, while the Z900 delivers 20.83 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB650R uses a 649cc engine producing 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm and the Z900 a 948cc engine producing 125 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB650R and Z900, the Z900 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the CB650R stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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CB650R vs Z900 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB650RKawasaki Z900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.30 LakhRs. 9.99 Lakh
Mileage 20.4 kmpl20.83 kmpl
Engine 649 cc948 cc
Max power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Top speed 225 kmphNot Available
Kerb weight 207 Kg212 Kg

CB650R vs Z900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB650R STDKawasaki Z900 Base
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Brand Name Honda Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.30 Lakh Rs. 9.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Max Power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm 125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 27,352 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 33,516 Z900 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
195 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Engine Type
4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
649 cc
948 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
63 Nm @ 9500 rpm
98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
67 mm
73.4 mm
Stroke
46 mm
56 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.6:1
11.8:1

Front Brake
Not Available
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Not Available
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
20.4 Kmpl
20.83 kmpl
Top Speed
225 kmph
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Ø 41 mm Inverted Fork With Rebound Damping And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Horizontal Back Link, Gas Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Peak Power
95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm
Not Available
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
192 kg
Seat height
810 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
2120*780*1075 mm3
2065*830*1075 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1450 mm
Length
2120 mm
2065 mm
Ground Clearance
150 mm
145 mm
Height
1075 mm
1075 mm
Width
780 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.4 Liters
17 L
Kerb Weight
207 Kg
212 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
810 mm
Not Available
Front Brake Size
310 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
250 mm

Additional Features
Honda RoadSync
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Not Available
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Not Available
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Display
5 Inch Full Colour TFT Screen
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tripmeter
Digital
Not Available
Average Fuel economy
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Techometer
Digital
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
DRLs
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms
2nd Service
Not Available
12000 Kms
3rd Service
Not Available
24000 Kms
4th Service
Not Available
36000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

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Honda CB650R
  • The looks and styling makes it feel quite distinct when compared to the CBR650R, The engine is very smooth and offers good performance, The electronic riding aids are easy to use
Honda CB650R
  • Doesn't offer as much performance as other bikes in the same price range
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Honda CB650R Vs Kawasaki Z900 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Honda CB650R vs Kawasaki Z900?
The Kawasaki Z900 is cheaper than Honda CB650R by ₹31,269.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB650R vs Kawasaki Z900?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of CB650R produces 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm of power and 63 Nm @ 9500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Base version, 948 cc Petrol engine of Z900 produces 125 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm of torque

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