Kawasaki Z650 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Comparison
Updated: 06, Nov, 2023 06:09 AM
Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 6,65,000
* Delhi. May vary.
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Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 3,03,000
* Delhi. May vary.
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Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 3,19,000
* Delhi. May vary.
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | |||
| Kerb Weight | |||
| 191 kg | 218 kg | 214 kg | |
| Seat Height | |||
| 790 mm | 804 mm | 804 mm | |
| Overall Length | |||
| 2115 mm | 2119 mm | 2119 mm | |
| Overall Width | |||
| 765 mm | 835 mm | 780 mm | |
| Overall Height | |||
| 1065 mm | 1067 mm | 1067 mm | |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 1410 mm | 1398 mm | 1398 mm | |
| Ground Clearance | |||
| 130 mm | 174 mm | 174 mm | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | |||
| 15 litres | 13.7 litres | 12.5 litres | |
PERFORMANCE FIGURES | |||
| 0-100 kmph | |||
| 4.5 secs | 6.23 secs | NA | |
COMFORT FEATURES | |||
| Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| Engine Kill Switch | |||
| Pillion Footrest | |||
| NA | |||
| Electric Start | |||
| Pillion Grabrail | |||
| NA | |||
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED | |||
| Mileage | |||
| Kawasaki Z650 mileage is 22.22 kmpl (approximate). | Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 mileage is 24 kmpl (approximate). | As reported by the RE Continental GT owners in India, the real mileage of CGT 650 is 24 kmpl. | |
| Performance | |||
| In terms of performance, the 650cc street bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 4.5 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 650cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 6.23 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 650cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 6.23 seconds. | |
| Top Speed | |||
| Kawasaki Z650 top speed is 212 kmph (approximate). | Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 top speed is 170 kmph (speedo-indicated). | Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 top speed is 170 kmph (speedo-indicated). | |
ENGINE AND GEARBOX | |||
| Engine cc (Displacement) | |||
| 649 cc | 647.9 cc | 647.9 cc | |
| Number of Cylinders | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| Bore | |||
| 83 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm | |
| Stroke | |||
| 60 mm | 67.8 mm | 67.8 mm | |
| Compression Ratio | |||
| 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 | |
| Gearbox Type | |||
| 6-Speed, Return | Constant Mesh | Constant Mesh | |
| Maximum Power | |||
| 68 HP @ 8000 rpm | 46.8 HP @ 7250 rpm | 46.8 HP @ 7250 rpm | |
| Maximum Torque | |||
| 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm | 52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm | 52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm | |
| Engine Details | |||
| 649cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Parallel Twin Engine | 647.9cc, Air-Cooled, Inline 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, SOHC Engine | 647.9cc, Air-Cooled, Inline 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, SOHC Engine | |
| Cooling | |||
| Liquid Cooled | Air Cooled | Air Cooled | |
| Number of Gears | |||
| 6 | 6 | 6 | |
| Valve System | |||
| DOHC, 8 Valves | NA | NA | |
| Fuel System | |||
| Fuel Injection: ø36mm x 2 with Dual Throttle Valves | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | |
| Lubrication | |||
| Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry Sump | Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump with Pump | Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump with Pump | |
| Emission Norms | |||
| BS6 Phase 2 | BS6-Compliant | BS6-Compliant | |
| Ignition | |||
| Digital | Digital Spark Ignition - TCI | Digital Spark Ignition - TCI | |
| Clutch | |||
| Slipper Clutch | Wet Multi Plate | Wet Multi Plate | |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES | |||
| Low Oil Indicator | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| Low Battery Indicator | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| Gear Indicator | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| RPM/Gear Display | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| Mobile Phone Connectivity Via Bluetooth | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| ABS Light | |||
| Neutral Indicator | |||
| Speedometer | |||
| Digital | Analogue | Analogue | |
| Tachometer | |||
| Digital | Analogue | Analogue | |
| Trip Meter | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
| Odometer | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
| Clock | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| Fuel Gauge | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS | |||
| Braking System | |||
| 2-Channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | 2-Channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | 2-Channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | |
| Key Features | |||
| Some of the key Kawasaki Z650 features include - All Digital-Instrument Console with Smartphone Connectivity, Kawasaki Traction Control, All LED Lighting, Sharper Headlamp Cowl, New Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport Tyres. | NA | NA | |
| Similar Bikes | |||
| QJ Motor SRK 600 RR, Honda CB650R, Suzuki V-Strom 650XT, Triumph Trident 660, KTM 790 Duke, Benelli 502C, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, CFMoto 650NK, Yamaha MT-07, Honda CB500X, Honda CBR650R, Benelli TRK 502, Ducati Scrambler Nightshift, Benelli TNT 600 | Harley-Davidson Street 750, Kawasaki Vulcan S 650, Hyosung Aquila 650 | Harley-Davidson Street 750, Kawasaki Vulcan S 650, Hyosung Aquila 650 | |
BATTERY AND LIGHTING | |||
| Pass Light | |||
| Automatic Headlamp On (AHO) | |||
| Turn Signal Light (Front) | |||
| LED | 12 V, 10 W | 12 V, 10 W | |
| Turn Signal Light (Rear) | |||
| LED | NA | NA | |
| Voltage | |||
| 12V | 12V | 12V | |
| Capacity | |||
| 8.6Ah | 12 Ah | 12 Ah | |
| Battery Type | |||
| Maintenance Free | Maintenance Free, VRLA | Maintenance Free, VRLA | |
| Head Light | |||
| LED | FPL 1.55 W LED | FPL 1.55 W LED | |
| Tail Light | |||
| LED | 12 V, P21/5 W (Halogen) | 12 V, P21/5 W (Halogen) | |
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW | |||
| Design | |||
| Performance | |||
| In terms of performance, the 650cc street bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 4.5 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 650cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 6.23 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 650cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 6.23 seconds. | |
| Comfort | |||
| Fuel Economy | |||
| Features | |||
| Build Quality | |||
| Value for Money | |||
BRAKES AND TYRES | |||
| Tubeless Tyres | |||
| ABS | |||
| 2-Channel ABS | 2-Channel | 2-Channel | |
| Front Brake | |||
| 300mm Dual Semi-Floating Petal Discs, Dual Piston Caliper | 320mm Disc | 320mm Disc | |
| Rear Brake | |||
| 220mm Single Petal Disc, Single-Piston Caliper | 240mm Disc | 240mm Disc | |
| Front Tyre | |||
| 120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W), Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 | 100/90-18 M/C 56H | 100/90-18 M/C 56H | |
| Rear Tyre | |||
| 160/60-ZR17 M/C (69W), Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 | 130/70-R18 M/C 63V, 130/70-18 M/C 63H | 130/70-R18 M/C 63V, 130/70-18 M/C 63H | |
| Front Wheel | |||
| 17-inch | 18 M/C x MT 2.50 | 18 M/C x MT 2.50 | |
| Rear Wheel | |||
| 17-inch | 18 M/C x MT 3.50 | 18 M/C x MT 3.50 | |
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| NA | NA | ||
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS | |||
| Front Suspension | |||
| 41mm Telescopic Forks | 41mm Telescopic Forks | 41mm Telescopic Forks | |
| Rear Suspension | |||
| Horizontal Back-Link with Adjustable Preload (Monoshock) | Twin Gas Charged Shock-Absorbers with Adjustable Preload | Twin Gas Charged Shock-Absorbers with Adjustable Preload | |
| Front Wheel Travel | |||
| 125 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | |
| Rear Wheel Travel | |||
| 130 mm | 88 mm | 88 mm | |
| Frame (Chassis) | |||
| Trellis, High-Tensile Steel | Steel Tubular, Double Cradle Frame | Steel Tubular, Double Cradle Frame | |
Miscellaneous Information | |||
| Trail | |||
| 100 mm | 106 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rake | |||
| 24.0° | 24 Degrees | 24 Degrees | |
| Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price | |||
| 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. | 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. | 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. | |
Colour Options and Price in India | |||
| 2-Wheeler Type | |||
| Naked | Cruiser | Cafe Racer | |
| Official Tagline | |||
| Speed Demon | Easy Got Back | A Ton of Fun | |
| Bike Variant | |||
| 2024 Kawasaki Z650 (New Model) | 2024 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 (New Model) | 2024 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 (New Model) | |
| Availability Status in India | |||
| Available | Available | Available | |
| Latest Price in India | |||
| 2024 Kawasaki Z650 price is Rs 6.65 lakh (ex-showroom). | 2024 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 price is Rs 3.03 lakh (ex-showroom). | 2024 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 price is Rs 3.19 lakh (ex-showroom). | |
| Colour Options | |||
| Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Ebony | Black Ray, Barcelona Blue, Black Pearl, Sunset Strip, Canyon Red, Cali Green, Mark 2. | Slipstream Blue, Apex Grey, Dux Deluxe, Rocker Red, British Racing Green, Mr Clean. | |
| Fuel Type | |||
| Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | |
| On Road Price | |||
| 2024 Kawasaki Z650 on road price is Rs 7.65 lakh in Delhi, Rs 7.91 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 7.75 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 7.85 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. | 2024 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 on road price is Rs 3.49 lakh in Delhi, Rs 3.61 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 3.53 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 3.58 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Royal Enfield dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city. | 2024 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 on road price is Rs 3.67 lakh in Delhi, Rs 3.80 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 3.72 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 3.76 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Royal Enfield dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city. | |
TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS | |||
| Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC) | |||
| NA | NA | ||
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