2022 Kawasaki Z650RS

[peterbaron]

Beautiful green Z650RS, for sure better quality and more reliable than Guzzi....cheaper with more dealers around.

Dont like this exhaust system but....

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Will visit Kawi dealer next week and provide feedback.

 

[Jonnyteabag_imp]

I too am unsure about that exhaust..looks like they ran out of cash.
Wonder if the aftermarket will offer a nice chrome 2 into 2 style like the original had?

JT

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

The lump is similar to that on the Versys 650 LT. It ought to be reliable. It has been around for awhile.

I like the exhaust. It is maybe heard, but not seen.

I think I like the rims.

The bike is another Kawi Tic-Tac, so sadly it won't fit me. However, the Versys 650 frame did.

I am unsure if it is more reliable than Moto Guzzi, however given Japanese prowess for consistent operation, I am sure it won't be a disappointment.

Kawi fit and finish will definitely not be up to CB1100 standard. But that is okay because this bike will be quite affordable.

 

[Gone in 60]

I'd rock that. And I like the exhaust. Few factory cans look nice. At least this one doesn't draw attention to itself.

 

[the Ferret]

Good looking retro, although a 650/4 mill would be better lol

 

[misterprofessionality]

We're entering the age of the middleweight twin bike. Everybody has one, some shops have several. I think 4 cylinder bikes under 900ccs are a thing of the past. Triples may be on their way out too. Emissions man.

 

[the Ferret]

Yea I know, I have one (NC 750X). Not nearly the powerplant a good 4 cyl is IMO.

 

[redbirds_imp]

Curb weight is just a bit over 400 lbs. Light and nice to look at. I'd love to have one as a second bike.

 

[michael1954]

I will stick with my Z900RS, to which I added the Akrapovic Headers & Muffler!

 

[the Ferret]

Bet that is a hoot to ride Michael

 

[Nachodaddy]

That 650 looks great. I wouldn't worry about build quality - Kawasaki built military aircraft before WWII and still builds everything from oil tankers to motorcycles. I think they've figured it out.

 

[LongRanger_imp]

That’s a nice looking bike. In the online reviews, there’s a lot of use of the words “harkens” and “homage.” The engine sounds a lot like my old F800ST’s and F800GT. Very grunty, but with less torque and hp. For $8999, I imagine they’ll sell a boatload.

 

[Gone in 60]

I like stuff that harkens. Harkens means it will remind you of the classic, but it's fuel injected so it will start.

 

[bioman_imp]

I like this bike. A lot. And I am sure build quality is just fine. I could live with the exhaust but that giant lumpy radiator puts me off completely. And I am no fan of those golden wheels. I think I would go for the Guzzi.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I like this bike. A lot. And I am sure build quality is just fine. I could live with the exhaust but that giant lumpy radiator puts me off completely. And I am no fan of those golden wheels. I think I would go for the Guzzi.

The V7 would definitely usher in the vibe of a classic era of motorcycling and an engine pulse that would flutter yer eyes and always touch the soul.

 

[Gone in 60]

I really like the looks, but those chunky radiators makes me want to keep my CB1100 and Bonneville, the last of the air-cooled bikes. Like my manual transmission car.

 

[LongRanger_imp]

RNineT, W800, and V7 are still air-cooled. I imagine there are others as well.

 

[peterbaron]

For me, a typical modern classic motorcycle must have some classic look, a 1-6 cyl inline engine, not necessarily air-cooled.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

For me, a typical modern classic motorcycle must have some classic look, a 1-6 cyl inline engine, not necessarily air-cooled.

... inline single, eh?

 

[DaSwami_imp]

I just can't do watercooled bikes.