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Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Z900

Honda CBR650R Price starts at Rs. 10.40 Lakh which is Rs. 1.02 Lakh costlier than base model of Kawasaki Z900 priced at Rs. 9.38 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Honda CBR650R is 25 Kmpl whereas the mileage of Kawasaki Z900 is 20.83 kmpl. In technical specifications, Honda CBR650R is powered by 649 cc engine , while Kawasaki Z900 is powered by 948 cc engine. Honda CBR650R is available in 2 different colours while Kawasaki Z900 comes with 4 colours. The Comparison Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Z900 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

CBR650R vs Z900

Key Highlights CBR650R StandardZ900 Standard (2024)
Engine Type 4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four
Max Power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm 125 PS @ 9500 rpm

CBR650R vs Z900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CBR650R StandardKawasaki Z900 Standard (2024)
Rating
3 reviews
86 reviews
Brand Name Honda Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.40 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.38 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four
Max Power 95.17 PS @ 12000 rpm 125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CBR650R Colors
Kawasaki Z900 Colors
Brakes Front Double Disc Double Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
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. 28,475 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 25,682 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 34,159 CBR650R Insurance Rs. 31,507 Z900 Insurance
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Engine Type
4 Stroke 16 Valve DOHC, Inline 4, Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke Inline Four
Engine Displacement
649 cc
948 cc
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
bs6-2.0
Bore
67 mm
73.4 mm
Stroke
46 mm
56 mm
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Digital
Compression Ratio
11.6:1
11.8:1

Brakes Front
Double Disc
Double Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
25 Kmpl
17 kmpl
Top Speed
240 kmph
195 kmph

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
125 PS @ 9500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
810 mm
820 mm
Length*Width*Height
2120*750*1145 mm3
2070*825*1080 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1455 mm
Length
2120 mm
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
145 mm
Height
1145 mm
1080 mm
Width
750 mm
825 mm
Fuel Capacity
15.4 Liters
17 Liters
Kerb Weight
209 Kg
212 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
810 mm
820 mm
Front Brake Diameter
310 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
250 mm

Additional Features
Honda RoadSync, ESS
...
Call/SMS Alerts
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED
Power Modes
...

Frame
Twin Spar Frame
Trellis, High Tensile Steel
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
...
Display
5 Inch Full Colour TFT Screen
5 Inch TFT Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Tripmeter
...
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...

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
Honda CBR650R
  • Priced a bit too high when compared to its rivals

Is Kawasaki Z900 Better Than Honda CBR650R?

52% users have chosen Kawasaki Z900 over Honda CBR650R in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 206 users have also rated Kawasaki Z900 and Honda CBR650R on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Z900 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Honda CBR650R is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor CBR650R Z900
Mileage 4.0 5.0
Performance 4.8 5.0
Comfort 4.6 5.0
Maintenance 4.0 5.0
Features 4.8 3.3
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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 CBR650R vs Z900.
  • Selecting between the Kawasaki Z900 and Honda CBR650R would depend on certain factors such as your budget, brand preference, serviceability, engine preference, etc. The Kawasaki Z900 is one of the most bang-for-buck inline-four naked big bikes out there. Along with its impressive 125PS motor, the Z900 also offers TFT instrumentation, traction control, Bluetooth connectivity, riding modes, all-LED illumination, and not to forget, razor-sharp aesthetics. On the other hand, CBR650R is powered by 649cc, liquid-cooled, inline-four engine that has been updated for a stronger mid-range. In its BS6 guise, it now puts out 87PS at 12,000rpm and 57.5Nm at 8500rpm. CBR650R features new graphics, a revised LED headlight reflector profile, and a USB Type-C under-seat charging socket. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and riding comfort. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which bike to buy, Kawasaki Z900 or Suzuki GSX-S1000GT?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as Suzuki GSX-S1000GT hasn't launched yet. So we would suggest you wait for the bike to get launched for a fruitful comparison. Stay tuned for further updates. Follow the link to get an alert when Suzuki GSX-S1000GT is launched. On the other hand, Kawasaki Z900 is a great pick. Kawasaki has launched 2021 Z900 in India at Rs 8.42 lakh (ex-showroom). The bike remains unchanged and still remains an excellent value proposition in the market. Read more - 2021 Kawasaki Z900 Now In India At Rs 8.42 Lakh.

Honda CBR650R Vs Kawasaki Z900 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Z900?
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 Z900 is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Z900?
The Kawasaki Z900 is cheaper than Honda CBR650R by Rs. 1.02 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CBR650R vs Kawasaki Z900?
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 Standard (2024) version, 948 cc Petrol engine of Z900 produces 125 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 98.6 Nm @ 7700 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda CBR650R has better performance.

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