First impression: Kawasaki Ninja 650, the talented successor to the popular ER-6f in Slovenia

The Kawasaki Ninja 650, which this time was presented to select journalists, will hit showrooms and on the road as the successor to the hugely popular model. ER-6f... In pleasantly warm Spain, our Matyazh Tomažić was one of the first to experience this, summarizing his first impressions in this entry, and you can read more in the magazine. Auto shop no. 5which comes out on February 2.

Ninja is no longer just a name for super athletes

For some time, Ninja models have been divided into three classes, especially after the introduction of models with 300 and 250 cc engines. See First Class is represented by the most exclusive (Kawasaki calls it Specialty), as well as sinfully expensive and yet unearthly powerful family of models. H2/H2R/H2RR. The second is for the Track family of racing sports, in which we find models. ZX-10R / RR ZX-6R, and the third is the “Street” class, which, in addition to the so-called “baby Ninj”, also includes the Ninja 650. Despite the fact that until now the role of this model belonged to the ER-6f model, this time it is not a replacement, but especially evolution. Namely, the name Ninja carries a serious story, so it had to be completely rewritten with a medium "heavy" Ninja.

The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is a bike that doesn't disappoint in any way. Old school enthusiasts will recognize it as part of racing genetics. Fans of fresh design approaches and the optimal balance between what is invested and what is received will have to work hard to find the best options.

Maybe you like it or not. Ninja as ninja. But since there are no mistakes or failures in design, at least in terms of appearance, it deserves a high five.

The engine does not crack from power and torque, but is tuned for a pleasant ride at all times. The sound is nice too. This is by far one of the best; if it was spinning faster, there is still a lot of reserve in it. Since it is also lighter, cleaner and more modest in terms of consumption compared to its predecessor, it is currently ranked 35th due to its progress. A XNUMX kW version will also be available.

How do you get on Kawasaki? It is impossible to satisfy requests for all tastes. However, it is tireless and spacious enough. A lot can be done and adapted to your needs with standard accessories.

The price is fair and very similar to that of similar bikes from competitors. At the moment, he has no real direct competitors.

Matyaj Tomajic

Photo: Ulla Serra

Price: 7.015,00 EUR

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Kawasaki Ninja 650 technical taxes

ENGINE (DESIGN): two-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, fuel injection, electric motor start

MOVEMENT (CM3): 649 cm3

MAXIMUM POWER (kW / hp @ rpm): 1 kW / 50,2 hp at 68,2 rpm

MAXIMUM TORQUE (Nm @ 1 / min): 65,7 Nm @ 6.500 rpm

GEARBOX, DRIVE: 6-speed, chain

FRAME: tube sheet, steel

BRAKES: front 2x discs 300 mm, rear discs 220 mm, standard ABS

SUSPENSION: front telescopic fork, rear adjustable single shock absorber

GUME: 120/70-17, 160/60-17

SEAT HEIGHT (MM): 790

FUEL TANK (L): 15

WHEEL DISTANCE (MM): 1410

SKY (Wet-KG): 193