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Kawasaki, a Japanese motorcycle manufacturer, has introduced the 2024 Z650RS in India. It costs Rs 6.99 lakh ex-showroom, which is Rs 7,000 higher than the model from the previous year. The 650cc inline twin engine that powers the Versys 650 and the Z650 is used in the retro-styled Z650RS motorbike.
The adoption of a two-mode traction control system is the most significant innovation to the new Kawasaki Z650RS. While the second mode keeps a tight eye on the rider and particularly useful on slippery surfaces or in the rain, the first option allows the rider to be passionate with minimal interference.
Apart from the inclusion of the electronic nanny, the Z650RS continues to be built around the trellis frame, featuring a retro-roadster design with a round headlight, sculpted tank, and a comfortable, single-piece seat. The motorcycle continues to get telescopic forks, a monoshock at the rear, disc brakes at both ends, dual-channel ABS, 17-inch wheels, and a twin-pod instrument cluster with an LCD screen.
Power is derived from a 649cc, liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine that makes 68bhp and 64Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. This is the same engine and in the same state of tune as the popular Kawasaki Z650 and the Versys 650.
The new Kawasaki Z650RS is available in a single Ebony Metallic Matte Carbon Gray colour scheme, adding to the retro touch. As for competition, the primary contender in the category is the Triumph Trident 660, which is priced at Rs 8.25 lakh, ex-showroom.
Source:IE
