Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650

Honda CBR650R Price starts at Rs. 10.40 Lakh which is Rs. 2.63 Lakh costlier than base model of Kawasaki Ninja 650 priced at Rs. 7.77 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Honda CBR650R is 25 Kmpl whereas the mileage of Kawasaki Ninja 650 is 21 kmpl. In technical specifications, Honda CBR650R is powered by 649 cc cc engine , while Kawasaki Ninja 650 is powered by 649 cc engine. Honda CBR650R is available in 2 different colours while Kawasaki Ninja 650 comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

CBR650R vs Ninja 650

Key Highlights CBR650R StandardNinja 650 (2025)
Engine Type 4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Max Power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm 68 PS @ 8000 rpm

CBR650R vs Ninja 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CBR650R StandardKawasaki Ninja 650 (2025)
Rating
4 reviews
20 reviews
Brand Name Honda Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 11.16 Lakh Rs. 7.77 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Max Power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm 68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 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 ...
Rs. 21,274 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance ... Rs. 35,340 Ninja 650 Insurance
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Engine Type
4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
649 cc
649 cc
Max Power
95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
63 Nm @ 9500 rpm
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
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Bore
67 mm
83 mm
Stroke
46 mm
60 mm
No Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
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Battery And Coil (Transistorised Ignition)
Compression Ratio
11.6:1
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Front Brake
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Double Disc
Rear Brake
...
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
25 Kmpl
21 kmpl
Top Speed
240 kmph
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Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Peak Power
95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm
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Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8mm
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
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181 kg
Seat height
810 mm
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Length*Width*Height
2120*750*1145 mm3
2115*740*1145 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1410 mm
Length
2120 mm
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Ground Clearance
130 mm
130 mm
Height
1145 mm
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Width
750 mm
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Fuel Capacity
15.4 Liters
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
211 Kg
196 Kg
Tail Light
LED
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Saddle Height
810 mm
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Front Brake Diameter
310 mm
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Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
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Additional Features
Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Control System
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Call/SMS Alerts
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Music control
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Headlight
LED
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Battery Capacity
12V / 8.6AH
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Turn Signal Lamp
LED
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Frame
Twin Spar Frame
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Trip Meter
...
Digital
Real Time Mileage Indicator
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Pillion Seat
...
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
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Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
...
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
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Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
...
Pass Switch
Display
...
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
...
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
...
Average Fuel economy
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Digital
...
Clock
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
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Odometer
Digital
...
Navigation
...
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
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2

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CBR650R
  • The inline four engine is very smooth and refined, The bike has a decent set of features on offer, The graphics and styling look amazing and makes it stand out
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • No power loss in the BS6 guise
  • Now gets a 4.3-inch colour-TFT screen with smartphone connectivity
  • Shod with grippier Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres
Honda CBR650R
  • Priced a bit too high when compared to its rivals
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension, radial brake callipers or electronic aids
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What are the key differences between the Honda CBR650R and other bikes in the same class, such as the Yamaha R7 or Kawasaki Ninja 650?
  • The Honda CBR650R stands out with its refined inline-4 engine offering smoother power delivery and higher top-end performance compared to the Yamaha R7's twin-cylinder engine. It also features a more aggressive riding position and superior handling dynamics than the Kawasaki Ninja 650.
Q. I am confused between Ninja 650 2020 KRT edition VS CBR 650R? Which one is better?
  • CBR650R makes more power and at higher RPM and makes slightly lesser torque. Ninja being a twin cylinder engine makes more torque at lower rpm although it makes lesser power. Ninja 650 is good for long distance cruising. CBR with the 4 cylinder engine gives a sporty riding experience and makes more top speed than Ninja 650.
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Honda CBR650R Vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
As per the users experiences Honda CBR650R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Kawasaki Ninja 650 is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is cheaper than Honda CBR650R by ₹3.39 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Ninja 650?
For the Standard version, 649 cc Petrol engine of CBR650R produces 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm of power and 63 Nm @ 9500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2025) version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 650 produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda CBR650R has better performance.

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