Built to embody Ninja® sportbike lineage, the Ninja® 650 motorcycle comes packed with a sporty 649cc engine, next-level technology, and sharp styling. Unmistakable sport performance is met with an upright riding position for exciting daily commutes, while a supreme level of attitude reminds you of its legendary heritage.
Key Specifications
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC, 8-valve, liquid cooled |
| Engine Capacity | 649 cc / 39.6 cubic inches |
| Max Power | 67.0 hp @ 8,000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 48.5 lb-ft / 65.75 nm @ 6,700 rpm |
| Top Speed | ~ 133.6 mph / 215 kmph |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.14 L / 4 US gallons |
| Weight (Wet/Kerb) | 50-State Model ABS – 425.6 lbs / 193 kg Non ABS – 423.4 lbs / 192 kg 49-State Model ABS – 423.4 lbs / 192 kg Non ABS – 421.2 lbs / 191 kg EU – 425.6 lbs / 193 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm / 31.1 inches |
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja 650 |
| Year | 2026 |
Engine
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC, 8-valve, liquid cooled |
| Displacement | 649 cc / 39.6 cubic inches |
| Bore x Stroke | 83 x 60 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 : 1 |
| Number of Cylinders | 2 |
| Max Horsepower | 67.0 hp @ 8,000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 48.5 lb-ft / 65.75 nm @ 6,700 rpm |
| Valve Train | DOHC |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Engine Management System | DFI® with dual 36 mm throttle bodies |
| Lubrication System | Forced lubrication, semi‑dry sump |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled |
| Ignition System | TCBI with Digital Advance |
Performance
| Top Speed | ~ 133.6 mph / 215 kmph |
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
| Clutch | Wet, multi disc |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Primary Drive Ratio | 88/42 |
| Gear Ratios | 1st gear – 39/16 2nd gear – 36/21 3rd gear – 32/24 4th gear – 30/27 5th gear – 28/29 6th gear – 23/27 |
| Final Drive | Sealed chain |
| Traction Control System | Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC) |
| Assist & Slipper Clutch | Yes |
Electrical & Electronics System
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Taillight Type | LED |
| Instrumentation | TFT color instrument |
| Connectivity | Smartphone Connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP |
| Traction Control System | Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC) |
| ABS | Yes |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
| Front Suspension | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Front Suspension Travel | 124.4 mm / 4.9 inches |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 130 mm / 5.1 inches |
| Rake | 24 ° |
| Trail | 99 mm / 3.9 inches |
Wheels & Brakes
| Wheels | Cast alloys |
| Front Tire Size | 120/70 x 17 |
| Rear Tire Size | 160/60 x 17 |
| Front Brakes | Dual 300mm petal-type discs and 2-piston calipers (and ABS) |
| Rear Brakes | Single 220mm petal-type disc and single-piston caliper (and ABS) |
Dimension & Weights
| Overall Length | 2055 mm / 80.9 inches |
| Overall Width | 739 mm / 29.1 inches |
| Overall Height | 1145.5 mm / 45.1 inches |
| Seat Height | 790 mm / 31.1 inches |
| Wheelbase | 1410 mm / 55.5 inches |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm / 5.1 inches |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.14 L / 4 US gallons |
| Wet (kerb/curb) Weight | 50-State Model ABS – 425.6 lbs / 193 kg Non ABS – 423.4 lbs / 192 kg 49-State Model ABS – 423.4 lbs / 192 kg Non ABS – 421.2 lbs / 191 kg EU – 425.6 lbs / 193 kg |
Features
- Assist & Slipper Clutch
- Dual Throttle Valves
- Economical Riding Indicator
- KTRC – Kawasaki Traction Control
- Rideology the app
- Smartphone Connectivity
- ABS
- Horizontal back-link rear suspension
Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2026) Color Options
- Lime Green
- Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Carbon Gray
- Metallic Matte Whitish Silver/Metallic Flat Spark Black
- Metallic Yellowish Green/Metallic Spark Black
