KAWASAKI Ninja650
Ninja650, full cowl tourer of Kawasaki which was minor model changed in 2017 specification.
As for the styling, it is the sharp silhouette which is slightly more linear than prior model which had the roundness.
In addition, the characteristic pipe-formed frame and offset lay-down rear suspension of prior Ninja650 are revised in this model.
The engine is parallel 2-cylinder water-cooled of 649cc.
The bore stroke ratio is 83mm*60mm, the compression ratio is 10.8:1, and the specification around here are not changed.
Max power is slightly reduced and is 68.2HP/8000rpm.
But max torque value is increased to 6.69kgm instead.
Compared to ZX-6R of super sports, this model is characterized that to aim low-speed torque and easy to ride.
Because the frame is replaced by brand-new one, vehicle weight is greatly lightweighted to 193kg in this Ninja650.
Therefore linearity and lightness of the handling is improved in comparison with the past model.
Seat height is redesigned with 790mm low, so this machine is user-friendly on the contrary to a sporty appearance.