Kawasaki Zr7 vs Suzuki Bandit 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Zr7 vs Suzuki Bandit 650. Kawasaki Zr7: 68 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 208 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 195 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Bandit 650: 78 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Zr7
Suzuki Bandit 650
Horsepower (hp)
68 hp
78 hp
Torque (Nm)
66 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
195 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
208 kg
209 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
68 hp @ 10,000 rpm
78 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
66 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
64 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
195 km/h
185 km/h
Weight
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Zr7
7.5/10
"A seriously underrated naked that punches well above its price tag."
Pros
+Near-indestructible inline-four engine
+Excellent real-world comfort
+Bargain used market pricing
Cons
−Forks tired on high mileage
−Carbs need regular attention
−Styling feels dated now
Suzuki Bandit 650
7.5/10
"The unglamorous, sensible choice that rarely lets you down."
Pros
+Virtually indestructible engine
+Cheap and plentiful parts
+Forgiving power delivery
Cons
−Soft factory suspension
−Early fuel pump issues
−Bland, anonymous styling
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
