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Kawasaki Ninja 650 - 2024 Specifications and Reviews
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 650 is an accessible middleweight sport bike designed for new riders and returning enthusiasts seeking an agile, manageable platform. Powered by a 649cc parallel-twin engine producing 52.3 horsepower, it balances performance with everyday usability. Known for its lightweight handling, reliability, and affordable entry point to Kawasaki's sport lineup, it excels as a versatile commuter and weekend warrior.
General information | |
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| Type | Sport |
| Year of manufacture | 2024 |
| Model name | Kawasaki Ninja 650 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | Sealed chain |
| Clutch | Assist and Slipper Clutch |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI® with dual 36mm Keihin throttle bodies |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression | 10.8:1 |
| Torque | 56.0 Nm (5.7 kgf-m or 41.3 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM |
| Output | 52.3 HP (38.2 kW)) @ 8000 RPM |
| Type of engine | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tires |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Petal disc and single piston caliper. Optional ABS. |
| Diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Petal discs and two-piston calipers. Optional ABS. |
| Rear tire | 160/60-17 |
| Front tire | 120/70-17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload |
| Front wheel travel | 124 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Front suspension | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Trail | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Frame type | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1410 mm (55.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 739 mm (29.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2055 mm (80.9 inches) |
| Overall height | 1146 mm (45.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 419.0 kg (923.7 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Update specs | |
| Comments | Economical Riding Indicator. Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC - 2 Modes). |
| Factory warranty | 12 Month Limited Warranty |
| Light | Twin LED headlamp |
| Instruments | Analogue-style tachometer and multi-function dual-window LCD screen |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Ebony, Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Matte Flat Raw Graystone/Ebony |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
4s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track55%
City82%
Cornering75%
Daily Riding80%
Touring55%
Passenger55%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Well suited to newer riders progressing beyond a beginner bike as well as experienced riders wanting an easy, unintimidating middleweight. |
| Purpose | A versatile parallel-twin sportbike designed primarily for daily commuting, spirited backroad riding, and occasional light touring. |
| Rider Fit | The low seat height and moderate wet weight make it approachable for shorter riders and easy to manage at low speeds and stops. |
| Character | Friendly, forgiving, and torque-accessible low in the rev range, with a sporty look but a relaxed, upright-leaning ergonomic bias for everyday usability. |
| Not Ideal For | Not the right choice for riders seeking track-focused outright top-end performance, serious off-road capability, or long-haul touring comfort with a passenger and luggage. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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