I've been riding since 1964. I've owned many motorcycles, large and small. I once owned a 900cc bike which was the quickest machine I've ever owned. But I've had more fun on smaller machines. The smaller bikes are more flickable, more fun in the twisties, and just easier to handle. WIth the 900 I was always pushing the limit of my abilities and therefore in much more danger. I would chose the 650 for sure. My only complaint with the 650 would be the higher rpm at highway speeds, but that can be easily corrected with the chain final drive. Just a larger spocket in front and a smaller one in the rear and then I would be happy. I saw a Z650RS at a local dealer that was gray and black. That would be the one I;d want.

They do look similar but are two very different machines. I've been an avid rider for the better part of the last 45 years, and after test-riding both back to back I opted for the smaller machine.

I am seriously considering the z650. I owned sport bikes for most of my life, most kawasaki. My most recent bikes were the Ninja 400 and Ninja 1000. Both bikes were great, but to be honest I had more fun on my 400. There was so much power i didn’t use riding the 1000. It just wasn't as fun.

I don't need 100+ horsepower on a bike for anything. For my riding style the Z650RS has power to spare, and even though it's not a cruiser-style engine with heaps of torque down low, the low weight and the relatively large capacity of the engine mean that there's more than enough ooomph throughout the whole rev range, judging from riding videos I've watched. It easily outpaces traffic without having to drop down two gears and overrev it. I also value low weight and I feel safer manhandling my bike at low speeds and parking lots if it's light. No, it won't escape the cops, if that's your thing. Sure the bigger brother is even prettier no doubt.

The new for 2024 candy red 650 looks absolutely gorgeous. Good review 👍🏻

if only they give the 650 a proper looking exhaust.

@jefflambert8603

2 ай бұрын

Easy enough to Do for any owner

Very nice review and comparison 👍👍👍 i also like z650rs more

Why the hell do you bike testers bang on about a quick shifter ON A RETRO BIKE? Just not needed or wanted.

@TrustyZ900

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree. Wouldn't want or need one on my 900. Had one on my MT09 and sold it.

@kwakithailand

Жыл бұрын

Exactly, mate 👍

@stratolestele7611

Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@cascarification

10 ай бұрын

Porque estás motos no tienen nada de retro , su mecánica es actual . De retro solo tienen el diseño .

@MaverickAus

10 ай бұрын

@@cascarification Thank god you clarified that for us, would have never known otherwise

I like to work on the smaller bike... and riding is fun.

Got an amazing good deal on a second hand Z900RS, even the color I had been searching for. Hands down my favorite motorcycle I've ever owned. I do need those gold wheels though...

@calebniederhofer6529

Жыл бұрын

I am looking at buying one tomorrow and is a 2018 with 12k miles. I am curious, what did you pay for yours and the mileage ?

@originalkontrol

Жыл бұрын

@@calebniederhofer6529 bought last year, around 6700 mi. , $9k

Looked at the lil one because it was the only one in the showroom. I knew what I wanted and it was the retro inline 4 with gleaming headers. There's so much more too. Love my café.

@denden818

18 күн бұрын

the 'lil' one is an inline-2...

If only the 650 was also a four cylinder, it would be fantastic. As was the kz650. I'll still go the 948. But then I'm a Zephyr rider.

@jefflambert8603

2 ай бұрын

it would have Been too Expensive & Heavier if they made it a Four Cylinder .. The RS900 would make more sense If you want a 4C

At about 5:25 mark, that sure looks like a Moto Guzzi V7 pulling onto the road, not a Kawasaki at all. The leopard vest and tail thing - is that one of those "Furries"? Good video though.

There is no comparison. Anyone who's ridden the Z900RS would never consider the lil twin - unless they couldn't afford it. 43,000 mi on my Z900RS and loving it just as much as brand new. Vroom Vrooom.

@und13s

Жыл бұрын

Most fun bike I’ve owned in 40 years of riding and a dozen different bikes.

@Cocobrain26

Жыл бұрын

How many set of tire have you been through?

@archibaldcunningham2569

Жыл бұрын

@@Cocobrain26 I'm on my 4th set of bought tires (not counting the original Dunlaps). But I got shortened life out of the last set due to a nail. I would be going on that 4th set coming up soon anyway, say by 46,250. So it's reasonable wear.

@aperlia6603

Жыл бұрын

I have a Z650rs. Wondering if I should have gotten the 900. I really like taking turns tho, so I'm thinking the 650 might be the correct choice for me. Kinda interested in some spiegler brake lines

Great video,but is everybody out there a Billy no mates,my wife bought me the 9OORS se last year because we found the 650 too under powered two up,and she likes to be on the back as much as possible, after all she did pay for it,and also I don't have to go and pay for the petrol, 😁😆

By Using the Established Z650 as a Basis for the RS they have made it an Affordable Middleweight Motorcycle

Size doesn't matter... LOL, did she tell you that ;-)

@ThermicLight

Жыл бұрын

A tool for every job. Some may want bigger but can't handle it anyway 😉

I had the choice between a new 2023 Z650 RS for $9100 or a new 2022 Z900 RS 50th anniversary edition for $9675.......HELLO !! I bought the Z900 hands down.

It's just me or there's no sound in the video

Please make a review of the Benelli Leoncino 800 (Trail and regular versions) 🙏🏻

@user-wn8iv1ve7d

Жыл бұрын

Yes, that bike looks awesome 👏🏽

@berttompkins9096

Жыл бұрын

Why don't you review it for us. We're talking Kawi here. Ok?

I lust after the 900 - I decided against the 650 within the first few seconds of this video when you hear the wimpy Twin. (Note- I currently ride a bmw650……but I can’t buy the z650rs when I know the 900 is calling me.)

650 is great if it was higher, more leg room

Not sure what you folks pay for insurance but that put the Z900RS on the shelf nothing is worth more than $ 200 a month in the motorcycle market no thanks. I’ll take the 650.

4 cyllinder sound better....2 cyllinder best for agility...

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Bought a Z900 in Feb. Loved the big 4 banger so much, bought a Z900RS in May. Love 'em both. You can keep the inferior 650 made in Thailand.

@rj-gd3pc

Жыл бұрын

Do you always manage to reach the full power and speed?

@JasonSmith-uo7br

9 ай бұрын

It's actually made in japan

You can’t beat torque and wrist snapping acceleration. 950cc all the way !!!!

They are both great bikes. It depends on the application. These are retro bikes. Is they have ABS thats enough. Learn how to ride.

4000…yikes.

@kwakithailand

Жыл бұрын

30 kg of iron has its price 😁

All nonsense….900 end of story….rode both bought the 900