CFMoto 650NK vs Kawasaki Z650 - Spec Comparo

23/07/2019 - 14:47 | ,  ,  ,   | Suvil Susvirkar

The new CFMoto products have created quite a buzz in the market with their aggressive price tags. The entry-level 300NK costs INR 2.29 lakh*, while its middleweight sibling, the 650NK, retails at INR 3.99 lakh*. In this post, we compare the technical specifications of the middleweight naked roadster with its direct rival, the Kawasaki Z650.

Cfmoto 650nk Vs Kawasaki Z650 Feature Image
The Kawasaki Z650's engine packs more power, while the CFMoto 650NK features LED lighting, digital instrument console and INR 1.70 lakh cheaper price tag.

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Model CFMoto 650NK Kawasaki Z650
Engine
Displacement and Type 649.3 cc, parallel-twin cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve 649 cc, parallel-twin cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve
Bore x Stroke 83.0 × 60.0 mm 83.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.8:1
Max Power 61.54 PS at 9,000 rpm 68 PS at 8,000 rpm
Max Torque 56 Nm at 7,000 rpm 65.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Dimensions
Length 2,114 mm 2,055 mm
Width 757 mm 775 mm
Height 1,100 mm 1,080 mm
Wheelbase 1,415 mm 1,410 mm
Seat Height 815 mm 790 mm
Ground Clearance 150 mm 130 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 17 litres 15 litres
Kerb Weight 206 kg 190 kg
Suspension, Brakes and Tyres
Front Suspension Telescopic fork Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Monoshock Monoshock (Adjustable Preload)
Front Brake Dual petal discs Dual 300 mm petal discs
Rear Brake Single petal disc Single 220 mm petal disc
Safety Net Dual-channel ABS Dual-channel ABS
Front Tyre 120/70ZR17 120/70ZR17
Rear Tyre 160/60ZR17 160/60ZR17
Price
Ex-showroom Delhi INR 3.99 lakh (Introductory) INR 5.69 lakh

The CFMoto 650NK packs aggressive styling that is accompanied by features such as full LED lighting (headlight, blinkers and taillight), a fully-digital instrument console and a competitive price tag. The 650NK is currently available at an introductory price of INR 3.99 lakh*, which is INR 1.70 lakh lower than the Kawasaki Z650's price.

In terms of performance, the 650NK lags behind. The 649.3 cc parallel-twin cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve engine delivers 61.54 PS at 9,000 rpm and 56 Nm at 7,000 rpm. Coupled with a heavier kerb weight (206 kg), the 650NK suffers in the power-to-weight numbers.

The Kawasaki Z650, on the other hand, draws 68 PS at 8,000 rpm and 65.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm from its 649 cc parallel-twin cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve motor. The relatively lower kerb weight of 190 kg gives it a better power-to-weight ratio than the Chinese roadster. However, Kawasaki retails at a premium price tag (INR 5.69 lakh), and while most of the hardware specifications are identical, the Z650 misses out on features like LED headlight, LED blinkers and a fully-digital instrument console.

Cfmoto 650nk Official Image Right Side Blue
CFMoto products are currently available in six cities, while Kawasaki has a well-spread dealer and service network across the country.

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The CFMoto 650NK is a better value-for-money package, while a well-spread dealer and service network backs the Kawasaki Z650. CFMoto products are currently available in six cities – Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and Guwahati. AMW Motorcycles should expand its reach across

*Ex-showroom Delhi

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