Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition Launched In India At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive New Colour

Kawasaki launches the Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition in India priced at Rs 6.79 lakh, ex-showroom. The special edition retro roadster motorcycle is offered in an exclusive Candy Diamond Brown paint scheme.

Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition India Launch Price At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive Red Colour Details

Bookings for the Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition can be made online or at dealerships with deliveries said to begin soon. Only 20 units will be brought to the Indian market.

Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition India Launch Price At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive Red Colour Details

The Anniversary Edition's unique paint scheme is inspired by the iconic Kawasaki Z1 motorcycle with the Firecracker Red paint scheme, which was very much in demand back in the day. The special edition motorcycle features a dual-tone fuel tank, anniversary edition badge on side cover and chrome finished grab-rails that sets it apart from the standard model of the motorcycle.

Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition India Launch Price At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive Red Colour Details

The Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition demands a premium of Rs 5,000 over the standard model pricing which retails at Rs 6.72 lakh, ex-showroom. Apart from the new paint scheme, the motorcycle remains mechanically unchanged from the standard model.

Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition India Launch Price At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive Red Colour Details

Design & Features

The motorcycle continues to feature a round-shaped headlamp and tail lamp with a fuel tank capacity of 12-litres.

Other features:

  • Single-piece seat
  • Under-belly exhaust
  • Twin-pod cluster design
  • Gold-finished alloy wheels
  • Up-right handlebar
  • Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition India Launch Price At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive Red Colour Details

    The Z650 RS' instrumentation is handled via a semi-digital unit that features an LCD screen flanked by analogue dials on either side to retain the motorcycle's retro looks. The digital display offers a host of information to the rider including ODO and trip details.

    Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition India Launch Price At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive Red Colour Details

    Engine & Gearbox

    The special edition motorcycle continues to come powered by a 649cc parallel-twin-cylinder engine; paired with a standard six-speed gearbox.

    • Max power: 67bhp 8000rpm
    • Peak torque: 64Nm 6700rpm
    • In terms of electronic rider aids, the Z650 RS features a dual-channel ABS.

      Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition India Launch Price At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive Red Colour Details

      Suspension, Brake, Wheels & Tyres

      The Z650 RS uses the Trellis frame and tips the scale at 192kg (Kerb) and a rider seat height of 800mm.

      Suspension

      • Front: 41mm telescopic fork with 125mm travel
      • Rear: Monoshock with 130mm travel (pre-load adjustability)
      • Brakes

        • Front: 300mm dual semi-floating petal discs with dual-piston calliper
        • Rear: 220mm petal disc with single-piston calliper
        • Wheels & Tyres

          • Front: 17-inch alloys with 120/70
          • Rear: 17-inch alloys with 160/60
          • Rivals

            The Kawasaki Z650 RS rivals the Honda CB 650R, CFMoto 650NK, Triumph Trident 660 and the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.

            Kawasaki Z650 RS 50th Anniversary Edition India Launch Price At Rs 6.79 Lakh: Exclusive Red Colour Details

            Thoughts About The Kawasaki Z650 RS Anniversary Edition

            Kawasaki celebrates the existence of its iconic Z1 motorcycle for 50 years with the launch of the Kawasaki Z650 RS Anniversary Edition. Adding to the special edition motorcycle's exclusivity is the super-limited batch of just 20 units for the whole country. This makes the motorcycle a rare sight in years to come.

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Article Published On: Thursday, February 3, 2022, 9:53 [IST]
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