The 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 650: Team Green’s Tanto Sword
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The 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 650 brings sharp styling and a more upright riding position to the Ninja family. Using the 649cc parallel-twin engine, shared in a few places across the 2021 Kawasaki lineup, in the Ninja 650 it is tuned to kick out 67hp.
Like all of Kawasaki’s Japanese-made Ninja family, the Ninja 650 has the same distinctive lines through the fairing, windscreen, and headlight assembly that are instantly recognizable. Kawasaki Motorcycles has aimed this bike to be a rewarding street machine. From the front forks, brakes, frame construction, and tire choice the Ninja 650 has been dialed in to reward your daily commutes.
As expected features such as ABS are standard, including a slipper clutch is a nice bonus. Excellent tech features are included and easily accessed through the TFT display. Your smartphone can Bluetooth connect and make use of the Kawasaki Rideology app.
Colors for 2021 include — Metallic Graphite Gray / Metallic Spark Black, Metallic Spark Black / Metallic Imperial Red. For a $200 upcharge, you can get the KRT Edition graphics.
The 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 650 starts at $7,599 USD / $8,899 CAD.
On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 650 in one place.
Model Overview
General Info
- Price: $7,599 USD / $8,899 CAD
- Key Features:
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- ABS Brakes
- Smartphone Connectivity
- Assist And Slipper Clutch
- Twin LED headlights
Main Specs
- Engine: 649cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 8-valve parallel twin
- Power: 50 kW (67 hp) @ 8,000 RPM
- Torque: 47.0 lb-ft (63.7 NM) @ 6,700 RPM
- Wet Weight: 191.9 kg (423 lb)
- Seat Height: 790 mm (31.1 in)
Competitors
2021 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Specifications
ENGINE |
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Engine | 649cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 8-valve parallel twin | |
Power | 67 hp | |
Bore x Stroke | 70.0 x 51.8mm | |
Compression Ratio |
11.5:1
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Fuel System | DFI® with dual 32mm throttle bodies | |
Starter | Electric | |
Lubrication | ||
DRIVETRAIN |
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Clutch | ||
Transmission | 6-speed | |
Final Drive | Sealed chain | |
CHASSIS |
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Suspension Front | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork/4.7 in | |
Suspension Rear | Horizontal back-link with adjustable spring preload/5.1 in | |
Brakes Front | Single 310mm petal-type disc with 2-piston calipers and ABS | |
Brakes Rear |
Single 220mm petal-type disc with single-piston caliper and ABS
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Tires Front | 110/70-17 | |
Tires Rear | 150/70-17 | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 3.7 | |
Color |
Pearl Nightshade Teal/Metallic Spark Black, Passion Red, Metallic Graphite Gray/Metallic Magnetic Dark Gray
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ELECTRICAL |
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Ignition | TCBI w/digital advance | |
Spark Plugs | ||
Headlight | LED | |
Tail Light | LED | |
DIMENSIONS |
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Overall Length | 78.3 in | |
Overall Width | 28 in | |
Overall Height | 44.1 in | |
Wheelbase | 53.9 in | |
Ground Clearance | 5.5 in | |
Seat Height | 30.9 in | |
Curb Weight | 368.2 lb | |
WARRANTY |
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Warranty | 12 months | |
Kawasaki Protection Plus | 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 months |
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Links
Kawasaki Official Websites
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