Kawasaki Ninja 650 2027

Kawasaki Ninja 650 2027

2027 Official
Kawasaki · Supersport
from € 8,470
68 hp / 50 kW
Power
64 Nm
Torque
194 kg
Weight
649 ccm
Displacement
€ 8,470
Price (DE)
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 2027 is the sporty middleweight all-rounder with a 649cc parallel twin making 68 hp. For 2027 it gains a Showa SFF-BP upside-down fork, radial-mount four-piston brake calipers and an upgraded 4.3-inch TFT – at an unchanged price from €8,470 in Germany.
Model Details
Lifecyclecurrent
ChangesModel year 2027: Showa SFF-BP upside-down fork (37 mm) replaces the 41 mm conventional fork, radial-mount four-piston calipers replace axial two-piston units, stiffer rear spring rate, wider front mudguard, 4.3-inch TFT with two display modes plus navigation/voice control via Rideology app, Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS) available as an accessory for the first time, revised colours. Engine unchanged, price unchanged.
Model Info
Vehicle Typestreet
Target AudienceA2 riders, beginners and returning riders, sporty commuters and tourers
Engine & Performance
Engine TypeInline twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8 valves, 180-degree crank
Cylinders2
Displacement649 ccm
Bore x Stroke83.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression Ratio10.8:1
Power68 hp
Power (kW)50 kW
Power at RPM8,000 rpm
Torque64 Nm
Torque at RPM6,700 rpm
Fuel SystemFuel injection, 2 x 36 mm throttle bodies
CoolingLiquid-cooled
Emission StandardEuro 5+
Drivetrain
Transmission6-speed
Final DriveChain
ClutchWet multi-plate, assist & slipper
Performance
Power-to-Weight0.4 hp/kg
Chassis & Suspension
Frame TypeSteel trellis frame (15 kg)
Front ForkShowa SFF-BP USD fork
Fork BrandShowa
Fork Diameter37 mm
Front Travel125 mm
Rear ShockMonoshock (higher spring rate)
Rear Travel130 mm
Brakes
Front Disc Count2
Front Disc Size300 mm
Front Caliper4-piston radial
Rear Disc Size220 mm
Rear CaliperSingle-piston
ABSYes
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height785 mm
Wheelbase1,410 mm
Wet Weight194 kg
Fuel Capacity15 L
Tires & Wheels
Front Tire120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire160/60 ZR17
Electronics & Rider Aids
Traction ControlYes
TC Levels2
Cruise ControlNo
QuickshifterOptional (upshift only)
QS DirectionUp
Display & Connectivity
DisplayTFT
Display Size4.3 "
ConnectivityBluetooth (Kawasaki Rideology app)
Navigationvia Rideology app
Price & Availability
Price Germany8,470 €
Price per HP125 €/hp
Market Launch2,027
ColorsLime Green, Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray / Metallic Flat Spark Black, Metallic Flat Spark Black / Metallic Carbon Gray
A2 CompatibleYes
A2 Power35 kW

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

  • New USD fork and radial four-piston brakes, low 785 mm seat height, A2-compatible, unchanged price, navigation/voice control via app

Weaknesses

  • Engine unchanged, quickshifter only as accessory (upshift only), no IMU-based electronics

Competitors

Suzuki GSX-8R 2024 Yamaha R7 Honda CBR650R Triumph Daytona 660
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