Kawasaki Z650S
The Kawasaki Z650S is a naked, produces 67 bhp and weighs 190 kg.
67 bhp
Pouvoir
47.2 ft-lb
Torque
190 kg
Poids
Nue
Corps
🔧 Service Schedule & Parts
Affiliate · we may earn| Service item | Every | Typical cost | Parts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🛢️ Engine oil + oil filter | 12,000 km / 7,500 mi or 12 mo | $50-90 | 🛢️ Buy → ⚙️ Buy → |
| 🌬️ Air filter | 18,000 km / 11,000 mi | — | 🌬️ Buy → |
| ⚡ Spark plugs | 12,000 km / 7,500 mi | — | ⚡ Buy → |
| 🔧 Valve clearance check | 42,000 km / 26,000 mi | $250-450 | |
| 🔗 Chain & sprockets | 25000-35000 km (replace) | $110-180 | 🔗 Buy → |
| 🛑 Brake pads | 15000-25000 km | $60-110 | 🛑 Buy → |
| 💧 Brake fluid | 24,000 km / 15,000 mi or 2 yr | — | |
| 🧊 Coolant | 36,000 km / 22,500 mi | — | |
| 🛞 Tires | 8000-14000 km | $250-380 | 🛞 Buy → |
| 🔩 Major service | 42,000 km / 26,000 mi | $400-600 |
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Ce que les acheteurs doivent savoir
Sugomi Styling Upgrade
The Z650 S features sharper Kawasaki Sugomi styling with a LED tri-lamp front end and large side cowlings that give it a genuine big-bike air, aligning it more closely with the four-cylinder Z900.
Tweaked Riding Position
The Z650 S's bars are 40mm further forward, 10mm higher and 30mm wider than the standard Z650, with slightly more rear-set footpegs for a sportier yet comfortable stance.
Performance Edition Available
Kawasaki offers a Performance Edition Z650 S at £8599, which includes a road-legal Akrapovič titanium exhaust system and a Kawasaki Quick Shifter for clutchless upshifts.
Top 10 Accessories
Curated picks for the Kawasaki Z650S — owned, ridden, recommended.
Problèmes courants
🔥 1 CRITICALCold start noise, metallic rattling from engine top end
Rough idle, hesitation, hard starting after storage
Oil weeping around fork tubes above dust seals
Battery drain, voltage above 15V or below 13V running
✅Liste de contrôle préalable à l'achat
Solid older bike, maintenance history matters most
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common problems with the Kawasaki Z650S? +
Cam chain tensioner wear causing rattle: Cold start noise, metallic rattling from engine top end (moderate) | Carb jets clogged from ethanol fuel damage: Rough idle, hesitation, hard starting after storage (moderate) | Fork seal leaks on higher mileage units: Oil weeping around fork tubes above dust seals (minor)
What is the horsepower of the Kawasaki Z650S? +
The Kawasaki Z650S produces 67 bhp, with 47.2 ft-lb of torque.
Is the Kawasaki Z650S good for beginners? +
Yes — the Kawasaki Z650S is a reasonable choice for new riders (67 hp is manageable), weighing 190 kg.
Is the Kawasaki Z650S reliable? +
Owners report 1 critical issue to watch for on the Kawasaki Z650S, notably: Rectifier regulator failure causing charging issues (Battery drain, voltage above 15V or below 13V running). Buy with a pre-purchase inspection.
Is the Kawasaki Z650S good for daily use? +
Suited for daily naked use.
What is the seat height of the Kawasaki Z650S? +
The Kawasaki Z650S has a seat height of 805mm (31.7 in). Most riders 170 cm+ will sit comfortably flat-footed.
What gear should I buy for a Kawasaki Z650S? +
Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Kawasaki Z650S, covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads — see motoryk.com/bikes/kawasaki/z650s/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.
