Honda CB650R E-Clutch vs Kawasaki Z650 Base (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB650R E-Clutchstacks up against the Kawasaki Z650 Base. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB650R E-ClutchKawasaki Z650 Base
Model year20252025
Price
Engine649 cc649 cc
Weight207 kg187 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TiresMetzeler Roadtec 01: 120/70ZR 17 (58W) / Metzeler Roadtec 01: 180/55ZR 17 (73W)Dunlop® Sportmax Roadsport 2: 120/70 ZR17 58W / Dunlop® Sportmax Roadsport 2: 160/60 ZR17 69W

Honda CB650R E-Clutch vs Kawasaki Z650 Base — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB650R E-Clutch and the Kawasaki Z650 Base usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB650R E-Clutch brings its published horsepower in a 207 kg package, while the Kawasaki Z650 Base counters with its own power figure at 187 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: