Honda CBR500R vs Kawasaki Z650 ABS Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Honda CBR500R and Kawasaki Z650 ABS, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Honda CBR500R priced at RM 29,891 while the Kawasaki Z650 ABS Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 33,600. Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki Z650 ABS engine displacement is 649 while the Honda CBR500R houses a 471 engine.

Brand	Honda Malaysia	Kawasaki Malaysia
Off Road Price*	RM 29,891	RM 33,600 Kawasaki Z650 ABS Price
Variant	CBR500R Standard	Z650 ABS Standard
User Rating	4.61 CBR500R reviews	4.41 Z650 ABS reviews
Fuel Type	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type	Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia	Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Displacement	471 cc	649 cc
Maximum Power	49.6 hp	67 hp

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Photo Comparision

Honda CBR500R Slant Rear View Full Image

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Kawasaki Z650 ABS Slant Front View Full Image

Kawasaki Z650 ABS Slant Rear View Full Image

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

	4.61/5 23 reviews	4.41/5 17 reviews
User Review Comparison	An intuitive, forgiving, and easy package For most new riders, the Honda CBR500R offers good power. You won’t be able to outgrow it too fast, and at the same time, won’t find it too much.... Read More M Musawwir May 15, 2025 for Honda CBR500R	A balanced naked bike perfect for both city and highway For everyday rides, I always ride the Kawasaki Z650 ABS. It's small, quick, and simple to handle, even in KL traffic. It's great for both new and... Read More H Haziq Nov 07, 2025 for Kawasaki Z650 ABS

From The Experts

Things we like	Responsive engine Wave Key and HISS Great suspension setup Read More	Learner-friendly power Great styling Versatile and practical Read More
Things we don't like	Optional ABS Read More	Engine vibrations Low ground clearance Hard seat Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	471 cc	649 cc
Maximum Power	49.6 hp	67 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.7 L	15.0 L
Maximum Torque	43 Nm	65.7 Nm
Engine Type	Parallel-Twin Engine DOHC Liquid-Cooled	2-Cylinders, 4-Stroke, Liquid-cooled, Parallel Twin, 8 Valves DOHC
Exhaust Pipes	2 In 1 Exhuast	2 In 1 Exhaust
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Plate	Wet, Multi-Plate
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Bore X Stroke	67 mm x 66.8 mm	83 mm x 60 mm
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Compression Ratio	10.7:1	10.8:1
No. Of Cylinder	2	2
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Lubrication System	Wet Sump	Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry Sump
Fuel Consumption	25 kmpl	--
RPM at Maximum Power	8500 rpm	8000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque	7000 rpm	6500 rpm

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Dimension

Category	Sport	Sport
Ground Clearance	140 mm	130 mm
Width	756 mm	775 mm
Height	1150 mm	1080 mm
Wheel Base	1409 mm	1410 mm
Kerb Weight	195 kg	187 kg
Seat Height	789 mm	790 mm
Length	2081 mm	2115 mm
Seating Capacity	2	2

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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System	Digital Transistorised	Digital
Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size	ZR17	ZR17
Rear Wheel Size	ZR17	ZR17
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17	120/70 ZR 17
Tyre Type	Runflat, Tubeless	Runflat
Rear Tyre	160/60 ZR17	160/60 ZR 17

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension	Prolink	Back Link
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	Telescopic Fork
Suspension Travel(Rear)	--	130 mm
Suspension Travel(Front)	--	125 mm

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	Yes
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	No	--
Leg Guards	No	No
Back Rest	No	No
Side Reflectors	Yes	--
Shutter Lock	No	No
Central Locking	No	--
Stability Control	No	--
Traction Control	No	--
Launch Control	No	No
Riding Modes	Sport Sport	Sport Sport
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	No	--
Wheel Lock Front/back	--	No

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Console

Odometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Speedometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator	No	No
Navigator	No	No
Display Screen	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Tripmeter	Yes	Yes