Kawasaki Z650 ABS vs Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Z650 ABS and Yamaha XJ6 Diversion, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kawasaki Z650 ABS priced at RM 33,600 while the Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 39,627. Comparing the technical specifications, Yamaha XJ6 Diversion engine displacement is 600 while the Kawasaki Z650 ABS houses a 649 engine.

Brand	Kawasaki Malaysia	Yamaha Malaysia
Off Road Price*	RM 33,600 Kawasaki Z650 ABS Price	RM 39,627
Variant	Z650 ABS Standard	XJ6 Diversion Standard
User Rating	4.41 Z650 ABS reviews	4.5 XJ6 Diversion 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	649 cc	600 cc
Maximum Power	67 hp	76.4 hp

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Photo Comparision

Kawasaki Z650 ABS Slant Front View Full Image

Kawasaki Z650 ABS Slant Rear View Full Image

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Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Slant Rear View Full Image

Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Right Side Viewfull Image

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Yamaha XJ6 Diversion Images

User Ratings & Review Comparison

	4.41/5 17 reviews	4.5/5 4 reviews
User Review Comparison	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	Great Commuter Bike Bought it in 2014, it was my first above 250cc motorbike. To my surprise, it runs smoothly on the highway, cornering is fun and easy to handle during... Read More S Shuk Bob Jun 11, 2021 for Yamaha XJ6 Diversion

From The Experts

Things we like	Learner-friendly power Great styling Versatile and practical Read More	--
Things we don't like	Engine vibrations Low ground clearance Hard seat Read More	--

Engine & Performance

Displacement	649 cc	600 cc
Maximum Power	67 hp	76.4 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.0 L	17 L
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
No. Of Cylinder	2	4
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Plate	Wet, Multi-Plate
Compression Ratio	10.8:1	12.2:1
Maximum Torque	65.7 Nm	59.7 Nm
Bore X Stroke	83 mm x 60 mm	65.5 mm x 44.5 mm
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Lubrication System	Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry Sump	Wet Sump
Engine Type	2-Cylinders, 4-Stroke, Liquid-cooled, Parallel Twin, 8 Valves DOHC	Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Forward-Inclined Parallel 4-Cylinder, 4-Valves
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Exhaust Pipes	2 In 1 Exhaust	4 Into 1 Exhaust
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
RPM at Maximum Torque	6500 rpm	--
RPM at Maximum Power	8000 rpm	--

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Dimension

Category	Sport	Sport
Seating Capacity	2	2
Ground Clearance	130 mm	140 mm
Wheel Base	1410 mm	1440 mm
Kerb Weight	187 kg	211 kg
Width	775 mm	770 mm
Seat Height	790 mm	785 mm
Height	1080 mm	1210 mm
Length	2115 mm	2120 mm
Oil Tank Capacity	--	3.4 L

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Fuel & Ignition

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size	ZR17	ZR17
Rear Wheel Size	ZR17	ZR17
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR 17	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	160/60 ZR 17	160/60 ZR17
Tyre Type	Runflat	Run Flat

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

Gear & Transmission

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

Safety & Security

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

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Console

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

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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Type	Trellis Trellis	Diamond Diamond
Seat Type	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped	Dual Straight Dual Straight
Body Frame Material	Steel Steel	Steel Steel
Side Wings	Yes	Yes