Maintaining the “Fun, Style, Easy” concept of its predecessor, the superbly balanced and extremely exciting new Ninja 650 features a 650cc Parallel Twin engine with a strong low-mid range focus and a lightweight chassis in a slim, middleweight package. Engine refinements contribute to cleaner emissions and increased mid-range torque, and new tyres offer lighter handling. As before, nimble handling and direct feel are complemented by easy-to-manage power delivery and rider-friendly manoeuvrability, offering an ideal blend of sporty performance and everyday versatility designed to accommodate both new and more experienced riders alike. Sharp new styling, highlighted by new LED headlights and 4.3” TFT colour instrumentation, delivers a sportier appearance and even stronger Ninja family looks. The thorough attention given to ensure a high-quality fit & finish results in a machine that riders can be proud to own – an ideal ambassador for the Ninja brand.
Tuning of the 649 cm3 Parallel Twin engine focused on achieving a throttle response that balanced a powerful feeling and a quick-revving character. To optimise performance for everyday riding, care was taken to maximise low-mid range torque. When opening the throttle, riders will notice an extremely smooth and powerful engine character that offers both a high level of control when making minute throttle adjustments and a gratifying rush of acceleration in the lower rpm ranges. This tuning also benefits fuel economy.
Assist & Slipper Clutch was developed based on feedback from racing activities. The clutch uses two types of cams (an assist cam and a slipper cam), offering two new functions not available on a standard clutch.
Benefitting from a thoroughly redesigned chassis, the new Ninja 650 weighs in at 193 kg. Designed using Kawasaki’s new in-house analysis technology, the lightweight trellis frame and swingarm were the key to the Ninja 650’s ultra-light handling.
New Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres contribute to lighter handling.
Rear seat with thicker urethane (approximately 5 mm thicker at the centre, 10 mm thicker at the sides) and sides that extend more widely offers increased passenger comfort.
The new 4.3” all-digital TFT colour instrumentation – a Kawasaki first in the 650cc class – gives the cockpit a high-tech, high-grade appearance. The new meter also offers additional features unavailable on the previous model.
Tuning of the 649 cm3 Parallel Twin engine focused on achieving a throttle response that balanced a powerful feeling and a quick-revving character. To optimise performance for everyday riding, care was taken to maximise low-mid range torque. When opening the throttle, riders will notice an extremely smooth and powerful engine character that offers both a high level of control when making minute throttle adjustments and a gratifying rush of acceleration in the lower rpm ranges. This tuning also benefits fuel economy.
Assist & Slipper Clutch was developed based on feedback from racing activities. The clutch uses two types of cams (an assist cam and a slipper cam), offering two new functions not available on a standard clutch.
Benefitting from a thoroughly redesigned chassis, the new Ninja 650 weighs in at 193 kg. Designed using Kawasaki’s new in-house analysis technology, the lightweight trellis frame and swingarm were the key to the Ninja 650’s ultra-light handling.
New Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres contribute to lighter handling.
Rear seat with thicker urethane (approximately 5 mm thicker at the centre, 10 mm thicker at the sides) and sides that extend more widely offers increased passenger comfort.
The new 4.3” all-digital TFT colour instrumentation – a Kawasaki first in the 650cc class – gives the cockpit a high-tech, high-grade appearance. The new meter also offers additional features unavailable on the previous model.
| DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 2,115 mm |
| Overall width | 740 mm |
| Overall height | 1,145 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,410 mm |
| Road clearance | 130 mm |
| Seat height | 790 mm |
| Curb mass | 193 kg |
| Dry mass | - |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15 litres |
| PERFORMANCE | |
|---|---|
| Max. power | 50.2 kW {68 PS} / 8,000 min-1 |
| Max. Power with Ram Air | - |
| Max. torque | 65.7 N·m {6.7 kgƒ·m} / 6,500 min-1 |
| ENGINE | |
|---|---|
| Type / Valve system | 4-stroke Parallel Twin |
| Coolant System | Liquid-cooled |
| Bore x Stroke | 83.0 x 60.0 mm |
| Displacement | 649 cc |
| Compression ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel supply | Fuel injection: ø36 mm x 2 with dual throttle valves |
| Lubrication system | Forced Lub. Semi-Dry Sump |
| Starting system | EL. Starter |
| Ignition system | Digital |
| DRIVETRAIN | |
|---|---|
| Driving system | Chain |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return |
| Primary reduction ratio | 2.095 (88/42) |
| 1st Gear ratios | 2.438 (39/16) |
| 2st Gear ratios | 1.714 (36/21) |
| 3st Gear ratios | 1.333 (32/24) |
| 4st Gear ratios | 1.111 (30/27) |
| 5st Gear ratios | 0.966 (28/29) |
| 6st Gear ratios | 0.852 (23/27) |
| Final reduction ratio | 2.095 (88/42) |
| Clutch type (Primary) | Wet, multi-disc |
| FRAME | |
|---|---|
| Type | Tubular, Diamond |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link SWG. ARM |
| Front Wheel travel | 125 mm |
| Rear Wheel travel | 130 mm |
| Caster (Rake angle) | 24.0° |
| Trail | 100 mm |
| Steering angle (left/right) | 32° / 32° |
| Front Tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear Tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) |
| Front Type Brake | Dual semi-floating ø300 mm petal discs |
| Caliper (Front) | Dual piston |
| Rear Type Brake | Single ø220 mm petal disc |
| Caliper (Rear) | Single-piston |
