Kawasaki Z500 SE
Kawasaki Z500 SE
Standard
₱355,600
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Kawasaki Z650
Kawasaki Z650
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₱433,000
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Kawasaki Z500 SE vs Kawasaki Z650 Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Z500 SE and Kawasaki Z650, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Kawasaki Z500 SE priced at ₱355,600, while Kawasaki Z650 is priced at ₱433,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, Kawasaki Z500 SE houses 451 engine whereas Kawasaki Z650 engine displacement stands at 649.

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Overview: Z500 SE vs Z650

Key Features

Front Brake Disc Dual Disc
Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Ground Clearance 145 mm 130 mm
Maximum Power 51 hp 68.2 hp
Displacement 451 cc 649 cc
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.25/5
4 reviews
4.57/5
23 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Effortless handling and strong torque

    I borrowed my friend’s Kawasaki Z500 SE for a week, and it delighted me in ways I had never thought. Around the city, it is very easy to ride and...

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    K
    Kenny Nov 14, 2025 for Kawasaki Z500 SE
  • 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

Peaky performance

Sharp looks

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Immense raw power

Naked looks

Smooth transmission

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Things we don't like

Compromised pillion comfort

Slightly pricey

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Relatively poor mileage

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 451 cc 649 cc
Maximum Power 51 hp 68.2 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 14 L 15 L
Engine Type Parallel Twin,4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, Engine 2-Cylinders, Parallel Twin, 4-Stroke, 8 Valves, Liquid-cooled, DOHC Engine
Bore X Stroke 70.0 mm x 56.8 mm 83 mm x 60 mm
Maximum Torque 42.6 Nm 65.7 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 2 Into 1 Exhaust 2 in 1 Exhuast
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Injection Type Fuel Injection --
Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.8:1
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
RPM at Maximum Torque 7500 rpm 6500 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 10000 rpm 6500 rpm
Lubrication System -- Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry Sump
Fuel Consumption -- 21-22 kmpl
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Dimension

Category Sport Sport
Seating Capacity 2 2
Width 800 mm 775 mm
Length 1995 mm 2115 mm
Height 1055 mm 1080 mm
Wheel Base 1375 mm 1410 mm
Seat Height 785 mm 790 mm
Ground Clearance 145 mm 130 mm
Kerb Weight 166 kg 185 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Gear & Transmission

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

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 110/70 R17 110/70 R17
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless --
Rear Tyre 150/60 R17 150/70 R17
Front Wheel Size R17 R17
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Bottom-link Back Link

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Launch Control No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Riding Modes Street, Road Street, Road Sport Sport
Slipper Clutch Yes --
Shutter Lock -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Display Screen Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Tachometer Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator -- Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual-Stepped Dual-Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type Trellis Trellis Trellis Trellis
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Side Wings No Yes
Chrome Garnish -- Yes

Electrical

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Head Lamp Halogen Halogen LED LED
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED

Brake

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

Differentiating Features

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

Kawasaki Z500 SE vs Kawasaki Z650 FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Kawasaki Z500 SE vs Kawasaki Z650?

Z500 SE is priced at ₱355,600 and Z650 is priced at ₱433,000. Hence Z500 SE is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more power between Kawasaki Z500 SE vs Kawasaki Z650?

The Kawasaki Z500 SE has power of 51 hp with 42.6 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 Z500 SE.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Z500 SE vs Z650?

The Z500 SE comes with a ground clearance of 145 mm , on the other hand the Z650 comes with a ground clearance of 130 mm , hence the Kawasaki Z500 SE has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities..

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between Kawasaki Z500 SE vs Kawasaki Z650?

Z500 SE safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Engine Check Warning, Side Reflectors and Slipper Clutch

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

The Kawasaki Z500 SE has higher number of sefety features than Z650, hence Kawasaki Z500 SE is more safer than Kawasaki Z650.

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