Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650RS

Last Updated: September 2, 2026

Kawasaki Z650RS price starts at Rs. 7.69 Lakh, which is Rs. 44,000 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Vulcan S, priced at Rs. 8.13 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Vulcan S offers a claimed 20.58 kmpl, while the Z650RS delivers 23 kmpl. On the performance front, the Vulcan S uses a 649cc engine producing 61 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Z650RS a 649cc engine producing 68 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Vulcan S and Z650RS, the Z650RS is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Vulcan S vs Z650RS Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Vulcan SKawasaki Z650RS
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 8.13 LakhRs. 7.69 Lakh
Mileage 20.58 kmpl23 kmpl
Engine 649 cc649 cc
Max power 61 PS @ 7500 rpm68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 235 Kg192 Kg

Vulcan S vs Z650RS Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Vulcan S STDKawasaki Z650RS (2025)
Rating
16 reviews
8 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 8.13 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 7.69 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Max Power 61 PS @ 7500 rpm 68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Vulcan S Colors
Kawasaki Z650RS Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI
Rs. 22,260 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 21,055 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 30,597 Vulcan S Insurance Rs. 29,906 Z650RS Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
186 kmph
212 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Engine Displacement
649 cc
649 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
61 PS @ 7500 rpm
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
61 Nm @ 6600 rpm
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Bore
83 mm
83 mm
Stroke
60 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
Digital
Battery and Coil (transistorised ignition)
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
10.8

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

Mileage (Overall)
20.58 kmpl
23 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
5.83s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
16.38m
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
20.58 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
24.37 kmpl
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
28.04m
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
44.09m
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
3.48s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
4.13s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Travel - 125 mm
Suspension-Rear
Offset Laydown Single-Shock, Linkage Equipped, With Adjustable Preload, Wheel Travel - 80 mm
Horizontal Back Link Swingarm, Travel - 130 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
221 kg
Not Available
Seat height
705 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.1 L
1.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2310*855*1090 mm3
2065*800*1115 mm3
Wheelbase
1575 mm
1405 mm
Length
2310 mm
2065 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
125 mm
Height
1090 mm
1115 mm
Width
855 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
235 Kg
192 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
250 mm
220 mm

Headlight
LED
LED

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Tubular, Diamond
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Scrambler Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
Not Available
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms
Not Available
2nd Service
6000 Kms
Not Available
3rd Service
12000 Kms
Not Available
4th Service
18000 Kms/24000 Days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Is Kawasaki Z650RS Better Than Kawasaki Vulcan S?

68% users have chosen Kawasaki Z650RS over Kawasaki Vulcan S in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 72 users have also rated Kawasaki Z650RS and Kawasaki Vulcan S on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Kawasaki Z650RS has out rated Kawasaki Vulcan S on all the rating factors.
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 Z650RS Vulcan S
Mileage 4.8 3.7
Performance 5.0 4.5
Comfort 5.0 4.6
Maintenance 4.8 3.7
Features 5.0 4.7
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Recently Asked User Questions

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.
  • Yes..
  • 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 Sathish, I am also planning to buy Vulcan s but due to GC problem I am not getting sure about this. Can we increase Ground Clearance of vulcan s?
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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 Vulcan S Vs Kawasaki Z650RS FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650RS?
Kawasaki Z650RS has out rated Kawasaki Vulcan S on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650RS?
The Kawasaki Z650RS is cheaper than Kawasaki Vulcan S by ₹44,000.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650RS?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Vulcan S produces 61 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 61 Nm @ 6600 rpm of torque. Whereas for the (2025) version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Z650RS produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Vulcan S has better performance.

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