Kawasaki Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
Standard
₱430,000
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Kawasaki Z650
Kawasaki Z650
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₱433,000
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Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650 Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z650, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Kawasaki Vulcan S priced at ₱430,000, while Kawasaki Z650 is priced at ₱433,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, Kawasaki Vulcan S houses 649 engine whereas Kawasaki Z650 engine displacement stands at 649.

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Overview: Vulcan S vs Z650

Key Features

Front Brake Disc Dual Disc
Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Ground Clearance 130 mm 130 mm
Displacement 649 cc 649 cc
Maximum Power 61.6 hp 68.2 hp
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.54/5
24 reviews
4.57/5
23 reviews
Design
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Comfort
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Performance
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Safety
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User Review Comparison
  • Low seating position, great control

    The Kawasaki Vulcan S handles in a way similar to any other cruiser. The handlebars are light and provide great control of the bike, even while...

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    Aiden Oct 03, 2025 for Kawasaki Vulcan S
  • Not a good choice for tall riders

    If you’re 5’9” and under like me, you will feel at home on the 790 mm seat of the Kawasaki Z650. However, taller riders may not feel very...

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    G
    Gilbert Oct 06, 2025 for Kawasaki Z650

From The Experts

Things we like

Outstanding design

Great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Standard ABS

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Immense raw power

Naked looks

Smooth transmission

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Things we don't like

Not great heat dissipation from riders legs

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Relatively poor mileage

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 649 cc 649 cc
Maximum Power 61.6 hp 68.2 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 14 L 15 L
Clutch Type Wet Multi Disc Wet, Multi-Plate
Engine Type Parallel Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine 2-Cylinders, Parallel Twin, 4-Stroke, 8 Valves, Liquid-cooled, DOHC Engine
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Injection Type Fuel Injection --
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque 64 Nm 65.7 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 2 in 1 Exhaust 2 in 1 Exhuast
Fuel Consumption 22.7 kmpl 21-22 kmpl
RPM at Maximum Torque 6500 rpm 6500 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7500 rpm 6500 rpm
Bore X Stroke -- 83 mm x 60 mm
Compression Ratio -- 10.8:1
Lubrication System -- Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry Sump
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Dimension

Category Cruiser Sport
Seat Height 705 mm 790 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Ground Clearance 130 mm 130 mm
Kerb Weight 228 kg 185 kg
Wheel Base 1580 mm 1410 mm
Width 870 mm 775 mm
Length 2315 mm 2115 mm
Height 1095 mm 1080 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Ignition System -- Digital

Wheels & Tyres

Front Wheel Size R18 R17
Front Tyre 120/70 R18 110/70 R17
Rear Tyre 160/60 R17 150/70 R17
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Tyre Type Rad --

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Monoshock Back Link
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Gear & Transmission

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

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Riding Modes Street, Road Street, Road Sport Sport
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control No --
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Engine Immobilizer No --
Back Rest No No
Shutter Lock -- No
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Console

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

Body Frame Material High Tensile Steel High Tensile Steel Steel Steel
Seat Type Dual Seat Dual Seat Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Chrome Garnish Yes Yes
Body Frame Type Perimeter Perimeter Trellis Trellis
Side Wings No Yes

Electrical

Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Accessory Outlet No --

Brake

Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc
Front Brake Disc Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No No
Additional Features -- Smart phone connectivity Smart phone connectivity
Cruise Control -- No

Videos of Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z650

  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
    16 Oct, 2015 . 55K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
    16 Oct, 2015 . 156K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 30K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki VULCAN S Test ride review
    2015 Kawasaki VULCAN S Test ride review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 6K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    16 Oct, 2015 . 167K views
  • $7,399:   2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS White  Overview and Review
    $7,399: 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS White Overview and Review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 84K views
  • New Kawasaki Vulcan S MY15 - Official Video
    New Kawasaki Vulcan S MY15 - Official Video
    16 Oct, 2015 . 129K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review (Bike World)
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review (Bike World)
    16 Oct, 2015 . 116K views

Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650 FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650?

Vulcan S is priced at ₱430,000 and Z650 is priced at ₱433,000. Hence Vulcan S is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more power between Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650?

The Kawasaki Vulcan S has power of 61.6 hp with 64 Nm torque and Kawasaki Z650 has power of 68.2 hp with 65.7 Nm torque. Thus making Z650 the more powerful as compared to Vulcan S.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Vulcan S vs Z650?

The Vulcan S comes with a ground clearance of 130 mm , on the other hand the Z650 comes with a ground clearance of 130 mm , The Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z650 both have same Ground Clearence..

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Kawasaki Z650?

Vulcan S safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors and Engine Check Warning

Z650 safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Engine Check Warning and Side Reflectors

The Kawasaki Vulcan S and Kawasaki Z650 both have same Safety Features.

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