Kawasaki Z650RS ABS vs CF Moto 650MT (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kawasaki Z650RS ABSstacks up against the CF Moto 650MT. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKawasaki Z650RS ABSCF Moto 650MT
Model year20262022
Price$8,999
Engine649 cc649 cc
Horsepower60 hp
Torque56 Nm
Weight174 kg
Seat height800 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity12.0 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain6-speed
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDouble disc. ABS
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc. ABS
TiresDunlop® Sportmax Roadsport 2: 120/70 ZR17 (58W) / Dunlop® Sportmax Roadsport 2: 160/60 ZR17 (69W)120/70-17 / 160/60-17

Kawasaki Z650RS ABS vs CF Moto 650MT — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kawasaki Z650RS ABS and the CF Moto 650MT usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kawasaki Z650RS ABS brings its published horsepower in a 174 kg package, while the CF Moto 650MT counters with 60 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: