Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Ninja 650 Price starts at Rs. 7.16 Lakh which is Rs. 6,000 costlier than base model of Kawasaki Vulcan S priced at Rs. 7.10 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Ninja 650 is 21 kmpl whereas the mileage of Kawasaki Vulcan S is 24.37 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Ninja 650 is powered by 649 cc engine , while Kawasaki Vulcan S is powered by 649 cc engine. Kawasaki Ninja 650 is available in 1 different colours while Kawasaki Vulcan S comes with 1 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Key Highlights Kawasaki Ninja 650 STDKawasaki Vulcan S ABS
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 61 PS @ 7500 rpm

Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 650 STDKawasaki Vulcan S ABS
Rating
29 reviews
28 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 7.16 Lakh View On Road Price Rs. 7.10 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 61 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Colors
Kawasaki Vulcan S Colors
Brakes Front Double Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 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. 19,604 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 19,440 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 29,074 Ninja 650 Insurance Rs. 28,980 Vulcan S Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Engine Displacement
649 cc
649 cc
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
61 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
62.4Nm @ 6600 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
83 mm
83 mm
Stroke
60 mm
60 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Digital
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
10.8:1

Brakes Front
Double Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Braking (60-0 kmph)
...
16.38 mm
Braking (80-0 kmph)
...
28.04 mm
Braking (100-0 kmph)
...
44.09 mm
Mileage (City)
...
20.58 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
24.37 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
21 kmpl
...

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70ZR17, Rear :-160/60ZR17
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-160/60-R17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
790 mm
705 mm
Length*Width*Height
2115*740*1145 mm3
2310*855*1090 mm3
Wheelbase
1410 mm
1575 mm
Length
2115 mm
2310 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
130 mm
Height
1145 mm
1090 mm
Width
740 mm
855 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
14 Liters
Kerb Weight
196 Kg
235 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
250 mm

Additional Features
Lubrication - Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump, Rake - 24°, Trail - 100 mm
Lubrication - Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry Sump, Rake / Trail - 31° / 120 mm
Charging at Home
...
Charging at Charging Station
...
LED tail lights
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
...
Analogue
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Clock
Digital
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Passenger Backrest
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

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.

Kawasaki Ninja 650

  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension
  • radial brake calipers or electronic aids.
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Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Kawasaki Vulcan S Competitors

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. I am confused between Ninja 650 2020 KRT edition VS CBR 650R? Which one is better?
  • But what CBR 650r i mean the sound of in line 4 cylinders.. that is a huge missing with Kawasaki's twin parallel cylinders.. Once a CBR fan remains always a CBR FAN..Bcuz I had CBR 150R then Afterwards CBR250R.. Now waiting for CBR650R BS6 model..There's no comparison between CBR650R and Ninja 650..Im sorry if anyone got hurt with words.. but my Heart always fall for CBR only..❤️
  • 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.
  • Honda reliability where kawasaki stands for refinement. Go for zx6r
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Q. I am planning to buy my first bike. My shortlisted choices are very small Vulcan S650 and Versys 650. Considering Indian road conditions, which bike would you recommend me? My budget is around 6.5 lakhs INR. Any other options are also welcome.
  • These are entirely different types of bikes - Cruiser and Semi ADV. Secondly Versys is more expensive and it isn’t available for Rs 6.5 Lac (assuming you are not buying a used one). I paid Rs 7.08 Lac for Vulcan itself (Bengaluru). Both are big bikes. Versys is a little more gigantic/bulky than Vulcan making it difficult to be a daily commuter. Vulcan May be slightly better on this aspect, but it has a pathetic 130 mm ground clearance which makes it somewhat difficult to ride over speed bumps and potholes in Cities. But Versys is a better All-rounder compared to Vulcan since it has some off-roading capability.If you are ok with the might/bulk of Versys and its higher Price, Versys May be a better choice.( I wanted Cruiser, so I chose Vulcan ).However, if your rides are a good combination of daily commute and touring, Z650 and Ninja650 are better options compared to Versys and Vulcan.
  • Yes.. You can either install an Aftermarket exhaust or get ‘fork raisers’ installed.. Since I live in Bengaluru where cops seem to be very strict about aftermarket exhausts ( and also due to these exhausts being very expensive ), I got ‘fork raisers’ installed which raise the frame by a couple of inches thereby increasing the ground clearance by about an inch..Note that these fork raisers are not some standard accessories you can buy.. These were fabricated and installed at a workshop owned by a member of one of the riding clubs, so you need to check if such fabrication and installation can be done by someone in your city..
  • Hi,I would suggest you to decide priority and need first .Every segmented bike have different purpose .Versys meant to be for off touring purpose including some off road capabilities.Vulcun is good for city ride and for daily commuting but sometimes it will create problem as ground clearance is not so good.Ninja 650 is a good sports tourer with comfortably adjusted upright clip on handlebar also you can enjoy weekend rides in city as well as on highway.Decide what you want take test ride of all the bikes and choose accordingly
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Q. Kawasaki Vulcan S or Harley Davidson Street 750, What would be the best option to pick?
  • Kawasaki's engines and technology are more refined and advanced than Harley's. I picked a Vulcan instead of Street.

Kawasaki Ninja 650 Vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Comparison FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ninja 650 vs Vulcan S?

The Kawasaki Vulcan S is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 650 by Rs. 6,000.

Which bike offers better performance Ninja 650 vs Vulcan S?

For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 650 produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque. Whereas for the ABS version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Vulcan S produces 61 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 62.4Nm @ 6600 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Kawasaki Vulcan S
  • Ninja 650
    Ninja 650 goes upto 210 as 

    Ninja 650 goes upto 210 as per my weight and height and it's pickup is very smooth even after doing modification on it.It still gives a decent amount of mileage.

    0
    Zayan (Verified User) 3 months ago
  • Ninja 650
    It's mots powerful machine 

    It's mots powerful machine you feel like just road rocket 🚀 and really enjoyed this bike for first time driveing

    0
    Arvind (Verified User) 3 months ago
  • Ninja 650
    The best bike in midd section 

    The best bike in midd section power and the best performance and mileage you can get …its a 650 but you can still get upto 23kmpl of mileage and i don't even need to speak about the power its kawasaki you you know its gonna act on its peak performance everyday

    0
    NABIL (Verified User) 4 months ago
  • Ninja 650
    5.0
    Best bike in this segment. 

    Best bike in this segment.Perfomance in best and best mileage.This bike is best budget bike in superbike collection.

    0
    Mukesh (Verified User) 7 months ago
  • Ninja 650
    4.2
    Excellent thro 

    Best mid segment bike for beginners.Excellent throttle response.But we miss the sound of superbike.

    1
    Karthikeyansivakumar (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • Ninja 650
    5.0
    Lovely machine 

    Have been owning this lovely machine since the past 7 years now.But every time i twist the throttle it feels as crisp as day one.It was a childhood dream of owning a kawasaki ninja ever since i had been watching a green ninja in our locality when i was about 15 years old.This bike is a bag full of everything you need to quench your thirst about motorcycle riding.It is always ready to take anything from bumper to bumper traffic as well as long hauls on the highway.The low and linear torque is what makes it special to be ridden in any riding environment.Its 650cc, 72bhp mill amazes you with a linear pick up, Non tiring long highway riding comfort, As well as its super efficient fuel economy.This kwacker is a daily riding calm machine.Tell you take it on the highway and unleash it to see a completely different side of it.And all this at a very affordable service cost with usual service intervals of 6months or 5-6k kms which i follow comes to around 5000-6000₹ depending on consumbles.Just remember not to drop the bike because kawasaki is a pocket burner in such repair costs.Overall it is one of the best big motorcycles available in the indian market today.

    1
    Kshitij (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • Ninja 650
    4.6
    It is an excellent commuter.I 

    It is an excellent commuter.I rode it every day 100km.It is tolerable on rides of 2-3 hours.I have not had any mechanical issues with it in 34000 km.It is fast enough and very stable.My commute speeds usually ranged from 100 - 150 kmph no problem.I have driven the bike on trips and commutes as fast as 185kmph.It is not a superbike but it will leave most cars and traffic in my rearview.

    0
    Rex (Verified User) 2 years ago
  • Ninja 650
    5.0
    Long rides 

    I own the bike and i can tell it's really good if you want to go on long rides or make hilly trips.But i would suggest you to change the exhaust to get some ground clearance.The tires are good but not so good on sharp turns on high speeds.

    0
    Qadir (Verified User) 2 years ago
  • Ninja 650
    4.6
    Daily commute 

    Performance- very good.Mileage- 18 to 25 km/ liter.Comfort- very good.Relaxed and aggressive at the same time.Can be used both as a cruise and also daily commute.Maintenance- average.

    0
    Nitin (Verified User) 2 years ago
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  • Vulcan S
    Versys seat 

    2 up riding.Low seat height.Versys seat is way to hi for any passenger to climb onto.

    0
    Ed (Top ZW Voice) 2 months ago
  • Vulcan S
    Very comfortable, reliable 

    Very comfortable, Reliable and plenty of power to cruise at highway speeds.I've put 5000miles on mine in the first year just chain maintenance and oil changes and the bike will run forever.It has lots of low end torque so off the line this bike moves but if you cruising at 70 mph mostly any other parallel twin naked bike will leave you in the dust.But that fine with me this bake checks all the boxes and it looks good as well for the price.

    0
    Greg (Verified User) 2 months ago
  • Vulcan S
    4.2
    Reliable cruiser 

    Most reliable cruiser.Solid, High quality frame and parts as expected from kawasaki.Having a forward placed parallel twin engine, There is minimum heat felt around the thighs giving it more advantage over the popular v twin engine cruisers.Also parallel twin reduces the vibration of the vehicle, Elongating the life of all the parts.Engine mapping could have been improved as it is still sporty like the other models of kawasaki fitting with the same 650cc engine.The bike always seems to be in an accelerated mode and never seems to settle down at cruising speeds between 100 to 125 kmps.Having listed the pros here are few cons too: poor ground clearance due to bulky catalytic converter and long wheel base.Uninteresting exhaust note.Expensive spare parts.In my opinion: the most practical and reliable cruiser that is available in india at the moment if it is within the buyer's budget.

    4
    Sat (Verified User) 4 months ago
  • Vulcan S
    Best Bike 

    It's an incredible cruiser machine with a design and engineering that connects with your soul. The precision and ease of riding bring sheer joy, whether in the city or on the highway. The switchgear is top-notch, offering a great feel and rider's delight. The proven 650cc twin engine is constantly updated for performance.

    1
    SanjayGokani (Verified User) 5 months ago
  • Vulcan S
    Testing purpose 

    This is an automated test review for testing purpose only, Please do not approve this on live or on testing server.

    0
    Anonymous 10 months ago
  • Vulcan S
    4.2
    Exhaust sound 

    After a 2000 km ride and much more experience with Vulcan S bike. I am surprised by its performance. It is quick and fast for a cruiser. It is a sportbike with a cruiser body. Because it is an expensive bike. I just wish it has more features like riding modes etc. Builds quality is awesome. I can't feel the vibration at all. It's heavy, but again because of the low seat height. You cannot feel the weight. The con side of the bike is that I hate the exhaust sound, and there are very limited accessories in India. The maintenance is high.

    3
    Ricky (Verified User) 2 years ago
  • Vulcan S
    4.2
    Brought vulcan s bs6 5 

    Brought vulcan s bs6 5 months back and hell yeah!! it succeeds all my expectations.It was an upgrade from ninja 300, And before that i owned rajdoot 350, Pusar 180, Royal enfield classic and this kawsaki vulcan s is one of the best i ever ride.I thought of buying harley davidson iron but decided this bike and i am glad i chose vulcan s over it.All my friends loves it.It is a sport bike in a cruiser body.Fast and furious.

    0
    Ricky (Verified User) 3 years ago
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