New Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary Edition Performance

Firecracker Red / Ebony RRP £8,589

Over the last 40 years, Ninja motorcycles have captured the hearts of sportbike enthusiasts around the world. We’ve never strayed from our roots, but we’ve always been revolutionary in development. We lead the industry in heart-pounding performance, engineering, technology, and handling. Ninja isn’t just a recognizable name, it’s a way of life. The Ninja 650 Performance comes with a smoke windscreen, a gel tank pad, a screen protector, a colour coded seat cover plus the sporty sound and extra performance of an Arrow full exhaust system.

KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control)
Kawasaki's advanced traction control system provides both enhanced sport riding performance and the peace of mind under certain conditions to negotiate low-traction surfaces with confidence. Two modes allow riders to adjust settings to suit the riding situation and rider preference. Riders may also elect to turn the system OFF. For 35 kW kit models, KTRC offers one mode (plus OFF).

TFT Colour Instrumentation
The all new digital TFT colour instrumentation – a Kawasaki first in the 650cc class – gives the cockpit a high-tech, highgrade appearance. The new meter also offers additional features unavailable on the previous model.

Improved Windshield
Prioritising a sportier appearance, the redesigned windshield is now lower and flush-fit with the upper cowl. It is set at a more upright angle to offer the rider decent wind protection.

Increased Passenger Comfort
Rear seat with 4 thicker urethane (approximately 5 mm thicker at the centre, 10 mm thicker at the sides) and sides that extend more widely offers increased passenger comfort.

Smartphone Connectivity
A Bluetooth chip built into the instrument panel enables riders to connect to their motorcycle wirelessly. Using the smartphone application “RIDEOLOGY THE APP,” a number of instrument functions can be accessed, contributing to an enhanced motorcycling experience.

LED Headlights
Twin LED headlights, each featuring low and high beam as well as a position lamp, offer increased brightness.

New Tyres: Lighter Handling
New Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres contribute to lighter handling.

Sharper Ninja Styling
The Ninja 650’s sharper new styling gives it a sportier appearance and even stronger Ninja family looks. Its sleek and sporty design inspires confidence in riders.

Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Displacement 649 cm³
Bore x Stroke 83 x 60 mm
Compression ratio 10.8:1
Valve system DOHC, 8 valves
Fuel system Fuel injection: Ø 36 mm x 2 with dual throttle valves
Starting System Electric
Lubrication Forced lubrication, semi‑dry sump
Maximum power 50.2 kW {68 PS} / 8,000 rpm
CO2 emission 85 kW kit 107 g/km
Maximum torque 64 N•m {6.5 kgf•m} / 6,700 rpm
Fuel consumption 4.5 l/100 km
Transmission 6-speed
Final Drive Sealed chain
Primary Reduction Ratio 2.095 (88/42)
Gear Ratios 1st 2.438 (39/16)
Gear Ratios 2nd 1.714 (36/21)
Gear Ratios 3rd 1.333 (32/24)
Gear Ratios 4th 1.111 (30/27)
Gear Ratios 5th 0.966 (28/29)
Gear Ratios 6th 0.852 (23/27)
Final Reduction Ratio 3.067 (46/15)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Brakes, front Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs. Caliper: Dual piston
Brakes, rear Single 220 mm petal disc. Caliper: Single-piston
Suspension, front 41 mm telescopic fork
Suspension, rear Horizontal Back-link with adjustable preload
Frame type Trellis, high-tensile steel
Trail 100 mm
Wheel travel front 125 mm
Wheel travel rear 130 mm
Tyre, front 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Tyre, rear 160/60ZR17M/C (69W)
L x W x H 2,055 x 740 x 1,145 mm
Wheelbase 1,410 mm
Ground Clearance 130 mm
Fuel capacity 15 litres
Seat height 790 mm
Curb mass 193 kg