CFMoto 650NK vs Kawasaki Z650 - Spec Comparo
The new CFMoto products have created quite a buzz in the market with their aggressive price tags. The entry-level 300NK costs INR 2.29 lakh*, while its middleweight sibling, the 650NK, retails at INR 3.99 lakh*. In this post, we compare the technical specifications of the middleweight naked roadster with its direct rival, the Kawasaki Z650.
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| Model | CFMoto 650NK | Kawasaki Z650 |
| Engine | ||
| Displacement and Type | 649.3 cc, parallel-twin cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve | 649 cc, parallel-twin cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve |
| Bore x Stroke | 83.0 × 60.0 mm | 83.0 x 60.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Max Power | 61.54 PS at 9,000 rpm | 68 PS at 8,000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 56 Nm at 7,000 rpm | 65.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed | 6-Speed |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 2,114 mm | 2,055 mm |
| Width | 757 mm | 775 mm |
| Height | 1,100 mm | 1,080 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,415 mm | 1,410 mm |
| Seat Height | 815 mm | 790 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 150 mm | 130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 litres | 15 litres |
| Kerb Weight | 206 kg | 190 kg |
| Suspension, Brakes and Tyres | ||
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock | Monoshock (Adjustable Preload) |
| Front Brake | Dual petal discs | Dual 300 mm petal discs |
| Rear Brake | Single petal disc | Single 220 mm petal disc |
| Safety Net | Dual-channel ABS | Dual-channel ABS |
| Front Tyre | 120/70ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 160/60ZR17 | 160/60ZR17 |
| Price | ||
| Ex-showroom Delhi | INR 3.99 lakh (Introductory) | INR 5.69 lakh |
The CFMoto 650NK packs aggressive styling that is accompanied by features such as full LED lighting (headlight, blinkers and taillight), a fully-digital instrument console and a competitive price tag. The 650NK is currently available at an introductory price of INR 3.99 lakh*, which is INR 1.70 lakh lower than the Kawasaki Z650's price.
In terms of performance, the 650NK lags behind. The 649.3 cc parallel-twin cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve engine delivers 61.54 PS at 9,000 rpm and 56 Nm at 7,000 rpm. Coupled with a heavier kerb weight (206 kg), the 650NK suffers in the power-to-weight numbers.
The Kawasaki Z650, on the other hand, draws 68 PS at 8,000 rpm and 65.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm from its 649 cc parallel-twin cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve motor. The relatively lower kerb weight of 190 kg gives it a better power-to-weight ratio than the Chinese roadster. However, Kawasaki retails at a premium price tag (INR 5.69 lakh), and while most of the hardware specifications are identical, the Z650 misses out on features like LED headlight, LED blinkers and a fully-digital instrument console.
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The CFMoto 650NK is a better value-for-money package, while a well-spread dealer and service network backs the Kawasaki Z650. CFMoto products are currently available in six cities – Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and Guwahati. AMW Motorcycles should expand its reach across
*Ex-showroom Delhi