presentation of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020
Bike , helmet, jacket, gloves, boots, adrenaline, raptor's eye - these are the essentials before setting off on a ride. Then, once you've started up the Ninja 6 and a half, you realize that its twin would be more enjoyable with a drier sound, more growl, a more rocky mood on the exhale. It's easy to see why Kawa offers a Performance version of its gentle Ninja.
Here, the start-up slams harder thanks to the appendix nestled under the belly. A complete titanium line manufactured by Akrapovic, finished with a carbon end cap. The result is a more virile soundtrack, 2,150 grams less weight and, under certain conditions, a Slovenian exhaust system that adds over 2 hp and almost 0.3 mkg. The original 649 cm3 block produces 68 horsepower.
The word Performance also inspires a more racy look. That's why the bubble is smoked and the rear end is radicalized with a color-matched seat cover. It's all about showing that you want to put some nerve in your right hand.
As there are many opportunities to open the jacket during the day (to check text messages, e-mails, FB, Insta, take a few photos, record the engine's tune...), a resin cover will protect the tank from the many approaches to the zipper.
And there's the smartphone. The rider can pair it with the Ninjette via Bluetooth. This makes it possible to interact with certain functions, once Rideology has been installed. The color TFT screen inlaid in the cockpit adds a cool high-tech touch. This is standard on all Ninja 650 models. As is the sporty look and the riding position, which is more comfortable-sport-GT than it looks.
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Key facts Kawasaki Ninja 650 Performance (2020) : What you need to know before you buy
Prices
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9,399€
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Performance
- Max speed : approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph)
- Average fuel consumption : 4.50 liters/100km (0.52 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 333 km (207 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 650 Performance 2020
- Chassis
- Frame : Tubular steel mesh
- Fuel capacity : 15 liters (3.96 US gallons)
- Seat height : 790 mm (31.10 in)
- Length : 2,055 mm (80.91 in)
- Width : 740 mm (29.13 in)
- Min height : 1,135 mm (44.69 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,410 mm (55.51 in)
- Weight when fully loaded : 191 kg (421 lb)
- Front axle
- Telescopic fork Ø 41 mm, Wheel travel : 125 mm (4.92 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 2-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.25 bar
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 220 mm (8.66 in), single-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 160 / 60 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.5 bar
- Motor
- two-cylinder online , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 36 mm
- Cooling system : liquid
- 2 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 649 cc
- 68 ch (67.10 hp) to 8,000 rpm
- 6.70 mkg to 6,500 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : approximately 2.65 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : approximately 26.52 kg/mkg
- Compression : 10.8 : 1
- CO² emissions: 107 g/km
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS
- Bluetooth
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the Ninja 650 Performance 2020
- What is the power of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020?
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The Ninja 650 Performance 2020 develops a power of 68 ch (67.10 hp)
- What is the torque of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020?
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The maximum torque of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020 is 6.70 mkg to 6,500 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020?
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The Ninja 650 Performance 2020 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020?
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The Ninja 650 Performance 2020 has a a weight when fully loaded of 191 kg (421 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 4.50 l/100km (0.52 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020?
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To ensure good accessibility, the Ninja 650 Performance 2020 offers a minimum seat height of 790 mm (31.10 in).
- What is the price of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020?
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The price of the Ninja 650 Performance 2020 is 9,399€ in France
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