Honda NX500 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Honda NX500 price starts at Rs. 7.44 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.19 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Versys 650, priced at Rs. 8.63 Lakh. On the performance front, the NX500 uses a 471cc engine producing 47.59 PS @ 8600 rpm and the Versys 650 a 649cc engine producing 67 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the NX500 and Versys 650, the NX500 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Versys 650 stands out for performance.

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NX500 vs Versys 650 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda NX500Kawasaki Versys 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 7.44 LakhRs. 8.63 Lakh
Mileage Not Available20 kmpl
Engine 471 cc649 cc
Max power 47.59 PS @ 8600 rpm67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 199 Kg220 Kg

NX500 vs Versys 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda NX500 E-ClutchKawasaki Versys 650 STD
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Brand Name Honda Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 7.44 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 8.63 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 8 Valves Parallel Twin DOHC, Liquid Cooled 2-cylinder Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Max Power 47.59 PS @ 8600 rpm 67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda NX500 Colors
Kawasaki Versys 650 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm 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. 20,368 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 23,629 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 29,512 NX500 Insurance Rs. 31,381 Versys 650 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
200 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 8 Valves Parallel Twin DOHC, Liquid Cooled 2-cylinder
Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Engine Displacement
471 cc
649 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
47.59 PS @ 8600 rpm
67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
43 Nm @ 6500 rpm
61 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
67 mm
83 mm
Stroke
66.8 mm
60 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
10.7± 0.2
10.8:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
20 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41 mm Showa SFF-BP USD Forks
Ø41 mm Inverted Fork With Adjustable Rebound Damping (Right Side), And Spring Preload Adjustability (Left Side), Wheel Travel - 150 mm
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock with Pro- Link Linkage, 5 Stage Preload Adjuster
Laydown Offset Single-Shock With Remote Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 145 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
33 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-19, Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-160/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
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
201 kg
Seat height
830 mm
845 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
3.1 L
Length*Width*Height
2165*830*1415 mm3
2165*840*1360 mm3
Wheelbase
1445 mm
1415 mm
Length
2165 mm
2165 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
170 mm
Height
1415 mm
1360 mm
Width
830 mm
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.5 L
21 L
Kerb Weight
199 Kg
220 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
296 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
250 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 7.4AH
12V / 10AH

Frame Type
Steel Diamond
Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile Steel
Digital Display Type
Coloured TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda RoadSync, Android and iOS, Honda Selectable Torque Control
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 3,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
3000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Versys 650
  • Great pricing when compared with its rivals
  • You can easily cover 1,000km/day on this bike
  • Adjustable suspension and great handling by ADV standards
Kawasaki Versys 650
  • Kawasaki service and spare parts cost is high
  • The engine offers performance but isn’t thrilling or emotional
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  • I think, there was a comparison video done by Overdrive.. Check in YouTube. Being a Versys 650 owner, I would not prefer TRK502 due to its weight, under power engine, reliability issues and past history of the brand Benelli in India. You must look between V-Strom 650 and Versys 650 if you are in market to buy one.
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Honda NX500 Vs Kawasaki Versys 650 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Honda NX500 vs Kawasaki Versys 650?
The Honda NX500 is cheaper than Kawasaki Versys 650 by ₹1.19 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda NX500 vs Kawasaki Versys 650?
For the E-Clutch version, 471 cc Petrol engine of NX500 produces 47.59 PS @ 8600 rpm of power and 43 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Versys 650 produces 67 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 61 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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