Triumph Bonneville T100 vs Kawasaki Z650rs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Triumph Bonneville T100
Kawasaki Z650rs
Horsepower (hp)
54 hp
67 hp
Torque (Nm)
80 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
224 kg
187 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
54 hp @ 6,500 rpm
67 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
80 Nm @ 3,230 rpm
64 Nm @ 6,700 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
224 kg (wet/curb weight)
187 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L) — estimated real-world average
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph Bonneville T100
7.8/10
"A flawed but deeply rewarding classic that punishes neglect harshly."
Pros
+Addictive low-rev torque
+Stunning period-correct styling
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Mediocre stock suspension
−Chrome corrodes if neglected
−Camchain wear when unmaintained
Kawasaki Z650rs
7.8/10
"A genuinely pretty bike that's actually fun to ride."
Pros
+Bulletproof parallel-twin engine
+Stunning retro styling
+Affordable insurance and servicing
Cons
−Suspension soft for heavy riders
−Headers discolor quickly
−Limited wind protection
Top 10 Accessories
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