Kawasaki Z650RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 900

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Kawasaki Z650RS price starts at Rs. 7.69 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.02 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Speed Twin 900, priced at Rs. 9.71 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Z650RS offers a claimed 23 kmpl, while the Speed Twin 900 delivers 25 kmpl. On the performance front, the Z650RS uses a 649cc engine producing 68 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Speed Twin 900 a 900cc engine producing 65 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Z650RS and Speed Twin 900, the Z650RS is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Speed Twin 900 stands out for mileage.

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Z650RS vs Speed Twin 900 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Z650RSTriumph Speed Twin 900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 7.69 LakhRs. 9.71 Lakh
Mileage 23 kmpl25 kmpl
Engine 649 cc900 cc
Max power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 192 Kg216 Kg

Z650RS vs Speed Twin 900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z650RS (2025)Triumph Speed Twin 900 Pure White Maui Blue Tangerine Orange
Rating
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Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 7.69 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.71 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z650RS Colors
Triumph Speed Twin 900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Not Available
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 21,055 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 26,594 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 29,906 Z650RS Insurance Rs. 33,081 Speed Twin 900 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
212 kmph
180 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Liquid-cooled parallel twin, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° firing order
Engine Displacement
649 cc
900 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
80 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Bore
83 mm
84.6 mm
Stroke
60 mm
80 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Battery and Coil (transistorised ignition)
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.8
11:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
23 kmpl
25 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork, Travel - 125 mm
Ø 43mm upside-down Marzocchi forks, 120 mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back Link Swingarm, Travel - 130 mm
Twin Marzocchi RSUs with external reservoirs and adjustable preload, 116 mm wheel travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-100/90-18,Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Not Available

Seat height
800 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2065*800*1115 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1405 mm
1435 mm
Length
2065 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
125 mm
Not Available
Height
1115 mm
1115 mm
Width
800 mm
777 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
192 Kg
216 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
255 mm

USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED

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

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Timeless design; Punchy, torquey motor; Packs decent hardware and electronics for the price
Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Lacks a sixth gear; Limited dealership network; Spares and service costs are on the higher side
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Kawasaki Z650RS Vs Triumph Speed Twin 900 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z650RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
The Kawasaki Z650RS is cheaper than Triumph Speed Twin 900 by ₹2.02 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z650RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?
For the (2025) version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Z650RS produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Pure White Maui Blue Tangerine Orange version, 900 cc Petrol engine of Speed Twin 900 produces 65 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 80 Nm @ 3800 rpm of torque

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