Bike comparison

Hero Splendor Plus vs Kawasaki Z650

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

free, no sign-up
Hero Splendor Plus

Hero Splendor Plus

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 97.2 cc
  • 8 PS
  • ~65 km/l
  • 112 kg

One of the best-selling motorcycles in the world

Kawasaki Z650Earlier version in photo

Kawasaki Z650

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 649 cc
  • 68 PS
  • 188 kg

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Kawasaki Z6504
  2. Hero Splendor Plus3
  • Most powerKawasaki Z65068 PS
  • Most pulling powerKawasaki Z65064 Nm
  • Quickest (power to weight)Kawasaki Z650362 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedKawasaki Z650200 km/h
  • Lowest seatHero Splendor Plus785 mm
  • Most ground clearanceHero Splendor Plus165 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
Kawasaki Z65068 PS

Torque

Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
Kawasaki Z65064 Nm

Power to weight

Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
Kawasaki Z650362 PS/t

Engine size

Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
Kawasaki Z650649 cc

Top speed

Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
Kawasaki Z650200 km/h

Weight

Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
Kawasaki Z650188 kg

Seat height

Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
Kawasaki Z650790 mm

Ground clearance

Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
Kawasaki Z650130 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsHero Splendor PlusKawasaki Z650
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandHero · IndiaKawasaki · Japan
Type of bikeEverydayStreet
Fuel average~65 km/l—
Petrol tank9.8 L15 L
On a full tank~637 km—
Engine and performance
Engine size97.2 cc649 cc
Cylinders12
CoolingAirLiquid (radiator)
Power8 PS @ 8,000 rpm68 PS @ 8,000 rpm
Torque8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm64 Nm @ 6,700 rpm
Power to weight71 PS / tonne362 PS / tonne
Top speed87 km/h200 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox4-speed6-speed
StartingSelf and kickSelf start
Size and weight
Weight112 kg (with fluids)188 kg (with fluids)
Seat height785 mm790 mm
Ground clearance165 mm130 mm
Wheelbase1,236 mm1,410 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Drum / DrumDisc 300 ×2 / Disc 220
ABSNo (linked brakes)Both wheels
Tyres (front / back)2.75-18 / 2.75-18120/70-17 / 160/60-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

free, no sign-up

What will petrol cost you?

Enter how far you ride and today's petrol price.

  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Hero Splendor Plus or Kawasaki Z650?

Kawasaki Z650 makes 68 PS @ 8,000 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Hero Splendor Plus or Kawasaki Z650?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and Kawasaki Z650 about 188 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

Hero Splendor Plus or Kawasaki Z650: which should I buy?

Buy Hero Splendor Plus if you care most about lightest, lowest seat. Buy Kawasaki Z650 if most power, most pulling power matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

Compare Hero Splendor Plus with

What riders in Pakistan compare most, and a few famous rivalries from around the world.

Every brand

Tap a brand to see its bikes.

Photo credits

Pick a bike

free, no sign-up

Ask us on WhatsApp

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

Welcome back

Sign in to post ads, save bikes and get alerts. No password needed.

or with your email

  • Free forever
  • No password
  • Every ad checked

By continuing you agree to our terms.

on its way

Check your inbox

Open Gmail

Only the newest email works.

Can't find it? Look in Spam or Promotions.