2018 Triumph Thruxton 1200R vs 2023 Kawasaki Z 650RS

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2018 Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2018 Triumph Thruxton 1200R

Classic

Engine
Twin, four-stroke
Power
71.5 kW / 96 hp @ 6750 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
454.2 pounds
2023 Kawasaki Z 650RS 2023 Kawasaki Z 650RS

Classic

Engine
Twin, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
412.3 pounds
Full Specifications
General
CommentsRide By Wire. Switchable traction control.Smartphone Connectivity.
Year2017 - 18-
ColoursSilver, black, redMetallic Moondust Gray/Ebony
Make ModelTriumph Thruxton 1200R-
Warranty2 year unlimited milage12 Month Limited Warranty
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)-4.9 inches
Wheelbase (in.)55.7 inches55.3 inches
Wheelbase (mm)1,415 mm1405 mm
Width (in.)29.3 inches30.1 inches
Width (mm)745 mm765 mm
Ground Clearance (mm)-124 mm
Height (in.)40.6 inches43.9 inches
Height (mm)1,030 mm1115 mm
Length (in.)84.6 inches81.3 inches
Length (mm)2,150 mm2065 mm
Seat Height (mm)810 mm800 mm
Seat Height (in.)31.9 inches31.5 inches
Seat Height810 mm / 31.9 in-
Wheelbase1415 mm / 55.7 in-
Height1030 mm / 40.6 in without mirrors-
Length2105 mm / 82.9 in-
Width745 mm / 29.3 in-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)-187.0 kg
Wet Weight (lbs.)-412.3 pounds
Dry Weight (kg)206-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)3.83 gallons4.00 US gallons
Fuel Capacity (l)14.50 litres15.14 litres
Oil Capacity (Quarts)0.30 quarts-
Oil Capacity (l)4.50 litres-
Dry Weight (lbs.)454.2 pounds-
Dry Weight203.2 kg / 448 lbs-
Fuel Capacity12.5 Litres / 3.8 US Gal / 2.7 Imp gal-
Performance
Maximum RPM-12500
Max Power71.5 kW / 96 hp @ 6750 rpm-
Max Torque111.9 Nm / 11.4 kgf-m / 82.6 lb-ft. @ 4950 rpm65.7 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.5 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions">RPM
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.4709 HP/kg-
Engine
Displacement (cc)-649.0 cc
Displacement (ci)-39.60 cubic inches
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CO2106.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)103.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Bore x Stroke (mm)97.6 x 80.0 mm83.0 x 60.0 mm
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.8 x 3.1 inches3.3 x 2.4 inches
Engine TypeTwin, four-strokeTwin, four-stroke
Displacement1200 cc / 73.2 cu-in-
Engine DetailFour stroke, 270° crank angle parallel-Twin, SOCH, 4 valves per cylinderDie-cast aluminium cylinder and lightweight coated pistons
Fuel SystemInjection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injectionInjection. DFI® with Keihin 36mm Keihin throttle bodies
Bore x Stroke97.6 x 80 mm-
Compression Ratio11.0:110.8:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooled-
EmissionsEURO 4 Compliant, CO2 - 106.0 g/km-
Engine Lubrication-Forced lubrication, semi dry sump
ExhaustBrushed stainless steel 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin silencers-
Fuel Consumption4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.13 mpg)4.44 litres/100 km (22.5 km/l or 52.98 mpg)
Fuel InductionMultipoint sequential electronic fuel injection-
IgnitionDigital electronicTCBI with electronic advance
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchWet, multi-plate assist clutchAssist and Slipper Clutch
Final DriveChain, X-ringChain   (final drive)
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
Primary DriveO ring chainSealed chain
Transmission / Drive6 Speed-
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)120 mm130 mm
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.7 inches5.1 inches
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)120 mm124 mm
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches4.9 inches
Trail (mm)91 mm100 mm
Trail (in.)3.6 inches3.9 inches
Frame TypeTubular steel cradle, Twin-sided, aluminum swingarm Clear anodizedTrellis, high-tensile steel
Suspension - FrontShowa 43mm USD big piston forks, fully adjustable41 mm telescopic fork
Suspension - RearFully adjustable Öhlins twin shocks with piggy back reservoirHorizontal Back-link with preload adjustment
Rake22.8°24.0°
SeatSingle bullet seat set-up with painted seat cowl-
Trail90.8 mm / 3.57 in-
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in-
Wheel Travel - Rear120 mm / 4.7 in-
Electrical Systems
Instrumentation-Dual-dial instrumentation with multi-function LCD screen
Lighting systemLED DRL HeadlightRound LED headlight
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.2 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)310 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Front2 x 310mm Floating discs, Brembo 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, ABSDouble disc. Petal-type rotors with two-piston calipers. ABS.
Brakes - RearSingle 220 mm disc, 2-piston axial floating caliper, ABSSingle disc. Petal disc. Single-piston. ABS.
RimsSpoked, aluminum rimsSpoke-style cast wheels. Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tires
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17 - Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa120/70-ZR17
Tyres - Rear160/60 ZR17 - Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa-
Wheels - Front32-spoke 17 x 3.5in-
Wheels - Rear32-spoke 17 x 5in-