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CB650R vs Vulcan S

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Honda CB650R

Honda CB650R

Honda

Ex-showroom

₹9.20 L

Honda CB650R mileage is 20 kmpl (company-claimed).
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Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki

Ex-showroom

₹7.10 L

Kawasaki Vulcan S mileage is 22.72 kmpl (approximate).
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Value check

Start with price: Honda CB650R at ₹9.20 L; Kawasaki Vulcan S at ₹7.10 L.

Body style

Compare dimensions and seating below to judge everyday practicality.

Powertrain

Use the detailed specifications below to compare performance and efficiency values.

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Starting Price

Different

Honda CB650R

₹9.20 L

Kawasaki Vulcan S

₹7.10 L

Power

Different

Honda CB650R

93.8 HP @ 12,000 rpm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

61 HP @ 7500 rpm

Torque

Different

Honda CB650R

63 Nm @ 9,500 rpm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

62.4 Nm @ 6600 rpm

Mileage / Range

Different

Honda CB650R

Honda CB650R mileage is 20 kmpl (company-claimed).

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Vulcan S mileage is 22.72 kmpl (approximate).

Length

Honda CB650R

2120 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

2310 mm

Width

Honda CB650R

780 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

855 mm

Ground Clearance

Honda CB650R

150 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

130 mm

Images

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Honda CB650R

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Kawasaki Vulcan S

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 93 technical specs across 6 categories with 43 highlighted differences.

Total specs

93

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Differences found

43

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Other Features

30 differences in this category

Other Features
72 visible specs
30 differences

Showing all specs in Other Features, with changed values marked.

Tachometer

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Digital

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Analogue

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Honda CB650R

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Vulcan S (New Model)

Battery Type

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Maintenance Free

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Maintenance Free

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

150 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

130 mm

Wheel Size

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

17-inch

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

6

Kawasaki Vulcan S

6

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

On Road Price

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Honda CB650R on road price is Rs 10.59 lakh in Delhi, Rs 10.95 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 10.72 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 10.86 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Honda dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Vulcan S on road price is Rs 8.17 lakh in Delhi, Rs 8.45 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 8.27 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 8.38 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Kawasaki dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Capacity

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

8.6 Ah

Kawasaki Vulcan S

8.6Ah

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

120/70-ZR17 M/C 58W

Kawasaki Vulcan S

120/70-R18 M/C (59H)

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

****

Kawasaki Vulcan S

****

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

11.6:1

Kawasaki Vulcan S

10.8:1

Caster

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

25.5°

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Constant Mesh

Kawasaki Vulcan S

6-Speed, Return

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Digital

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Digital

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

LED Lamps

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Performance

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

****

Kawasaki Vulcan S

****

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Candy Chromosphere Red, Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Metallic Flat Raw Graystone

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Chain

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Odometer

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Digital

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Digital

Stroke

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

46 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

60 mm

Build Quality

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

****

Kawasaki Vulcan S

****

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Twin-Tube Type

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Perimeter, High-Tensile Steel

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

1450 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

1575 mm

Emission Norms

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

BS6 Phase 2

Kawasaki Vulcan S

BS6-Compliant

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Honda CB650R price is Rs 9.20 lakh (ex-showroom).

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Vulcan S price is Rs 7.10 lakh (ex-showroom).

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

LED

Kawasaki Vulcan S

LED

Design

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

****

Kawasaki Vulcan S

****

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

17M/C X MT5.50 Multi-Spoke Cast Aluminium

Kawasaki Vulcan S

17-inch

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

4

Kawasaki Vulcan S

2

Pillion Grabrail

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

Clutch

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Wet Multiplate, A.S. Clutch

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Bore

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

67.0 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

83 mm

Clock

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Digital

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Naked

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Cruiser

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Monoshock Damper with 10 Stage Adjustable Preload

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Offset Laydown Single-Shock, Linkage Equipped, with Adjustable Preload

Cooling

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Liquid Cooled

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Liquid Cooled

Throttle Bore

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

32 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Head Light

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

LED

Kawasaki Vulcan S

LED

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

17M/C X MT3.50 Multi-Spoke Cast Aluminium

Kawasaki Vulcan S

18-inch

Braking System

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Kawasaki Vulcan S

2-Channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Gear Indicator

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Digital

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Digital

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Available

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Available

ABS

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

2-Channel ABS

Kawasaki Vulcan S

2-Channel ABS

Top Speed

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Honda CB650R top speed is 225 kmph (approximate).

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Vulcan S top speed is 170 kmph (approximate).

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

205 kg

Kawasaki Vulcan S

235 kg

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Showa SFF USD Forks

Kawasaki Vulcan S

41mm Telescopic Forks

Ignition

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Full Transistorised

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Digital

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Kawasaki Z 650

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Harley-Davidson Street 750, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, Kawasaki Z650, Kawasaki Ninja 650, Kawasaki Versys 650, Benelli 502C

Voltage

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

12V

Kawasaki Vulcan S

12V

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

180/55-ZR17 M/C 73W

Kawasaki Vulcan S

160/60-R17 M/C (69H)

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

Minimalist Perfection.

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Your Way

Trail

Other Features

Different

Honda CB650R

101 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

120 mm

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Yes

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

80 mm

Rider’s Footpegs

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Adjustable

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Alloy Wheels

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

130 mm

Turn Signal Light (Rear)

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

LED

Steering Angle

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

35°(Left), 35°(Right)

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry Sump

Turn Signal Light (Front)

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

LED

Valve System

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

DOHC, 8 Valves

Rake

Other Features

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

31°
Comfort & Convenience
3 visible specs
1 differences

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Comfort

Comfort & Convenience

Same

Honda CB650R

****

Kawasaki Vulcan S

****

Key Features

Comfort & Convenience

Different

Honda CB650R

Some of the key Honda CB650R features include - All Digital Instrument Console, All LED Lighting, Honda's Selectable Torque Control System, Inline Four Cylinder Engine, Honda RoadSync Connectivity.

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Modern Urban Styling, Large Disc Brakes, Slim Backbone-Style Rear Frame, Easy-to-Read Instrumentation, Relaxed Foot-Forward Riding Position, Long Wheelbase, Gear Indicator

Features

Comfort & Convenience

Same

Honda CB650R

****

Kawasaki Vulcan S

****
Engine & Performance
5 visible specs
3 differences

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Maximum Power

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda CB650R

93.8 HP @ 12,000 rpm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

61 HP @ 7500 rpm

Engine Kill Switch

Engine & Performance

Same

Honda CB650R

Yes

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Engine cc (Displacement)

Engine & Performance

Same

Honda CB650R

649 cc

Kawasaki Vulcan S

649 cc

Engine Details

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda CB650R

649cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, SI Engine

Kawasaki Vulcan S

649cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Parallel Twin

Maximum Torque

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda CB650R

63 Nm @ 9,500 rpm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

62.4 Nm @ 6600 rpm
Fuel & Efficiency
6 visible specs
3 differences

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Fuel Tank Capacity

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda CB650R

15.4 litres

Kawasaki Vulcan S

14 litres

Fuel Type

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda CB650R

Petrol

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Petrol

Fuel System

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda CB650R

PGM-FI Electronic Fuel Injection

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Fuel Injection: 38 mm x 2 with Sub-Throttles

Mileage

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda CB650R

Honda CB650R mileage is 20 kmpl (company-claimed).

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Kawasaki Vulcan S mileage is 22.72 kmpl (approximate).

Fuel Economy

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda CB650R

****

Kawasaki Vulcan S

****

Fuel Gauge

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda CB650R

Not listed

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Digital
Safety
2 visible specs
2 differences

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Rear Brake

Safety

Different

Honda CB650R

240mm Single Disc

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Single 250mm Disc, Single-Piston

Front Brake

Safety

Different

Honda CB650R

310mm Dual Discs

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Single 300mm Disc, Dual-Piston
Dimensions
5 visible specs
4 differences

Showing all specs in Dimensions, with changed values marked.

Overall Height

Dimensions

Different

Honda CB650R

1075 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

1090 mm

Seat Height

Dimensions

Different

Honda CB650R

810 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

705 mm

Seat Length

Dimensions

Same

Honda CB650R

635 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

Not listed

Overall Width

Dimensions

Different

Honda CB650R

780 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

855 mm

Overall Length

Dimensions

Different

Honda CB650R

2120 mm

Kawasaki Vulcan S

2310 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CB650R vs Vulcan S

Which is better among Honda CB650R and Kawasaki Vulcan S?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare Honda CB650R and Kawasaki Vulcan S by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do Honda CB650R and Kawasaki Vulcan S prices compare?

Based on the available data, Honda CB650R is listed with ₹9.20 L, while Kawasaki Vulcan S is listed with ₹7.10 L. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for Honda CB650R and Kawasaki Vulcan S?

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