Kawasaki’s middleweight retro, the Z650RS has been updated for the 2024 model year with a traction control system. Other than that addition, the bike remains mechanically unchanged.
- 649cc parallel-twin engine makes 68hp, 64Nm
- Uses same main frame, cycle parts as Z650, Ninja 650
- Twin-pod digi-analogue instrumentation like larger Z900RS
The Z650RS’ design takes cues from the larger inline-four Z900RS and in proper neo-retro fashion, has a cleaner, simpler silhouette than the edgy Z650. The round headlight (a modern LED unit), single-piece seat, digi-analogue dials and the quasi-spoke alloy wheels are all wrapped around a fairly sporty engine and chassis package in the Z650RS. With the addition of the 3-level KTRC system, newer and returning riders will find the 68hp and 64Nm output figures easier to manage.
In Europe, the Z650RS has also received a new Candy Medium Red colour option, which looks particularly eye-catching and we hope that when Kawasaki launches the updated model, this colourway is offered here.
Currently, the Z650RS is priced at Rs 6.92 lakh (ex-showroom, India) and when the 2024 model gets here sometime next year, we expect the price to go up. We’ve ridden the current Z650RS and to read our review, tap here.
Vishal Venugopal
Ved Janve
Azaman Chothia
