Kawasaki Z650 Base vs CF Moto 650MT ABS (2025)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Z650 Basestacks up against the CF Moto 650MT ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Kawasaki Z650 Base | CF Moto 650MT ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 | 2020 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 649 cc | 649 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 56 hp |
| Torque | — | 62 Nm |
| Weight | 187 kg | — |
| Seat height | — | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 4.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | — | Double disc. ABS |
| Rear brakes | — | Single disc. ABS |
| Tires | Dunlop® Sportmax Roadsport 2: 120/70 ZR17 58W / Dunlop® Sportmax Roadsport 2: 160/60 ZR17 69W | 120/70-17 / 160/60-17 |
Kawasaki Z650 Base vs CF Moto 650MT ABS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Kawasaki Z650 Base and the CF Moto 650MT ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Z650 Base brings its published horsepower in a 187 kg package, while the CF Moto 650MT ABS counters with 56 hp.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: