2020 Kawasaki Z650 ABS Review | MC Commute 

As a 66 year old that has been riding since the 70's, I love my 2017 Z650. Owned everything from 125's to 1100's, this bike is perfect for my riding now. No major highways, just secondary highways & backroads. Really like the low seat height & light weight. It's a little quicker than I thought it would be. Just a fun bike to ride.

Dude, I'm 6'1-1/2 and this bike is super comfortable.. it is NOT too small for taller and bigger riders..with the upgraded seat option for $185 it's is plenty comfortable and it has more than enough power to tour the country and take to the track for a day if you want.

I'm 5'4 and this bike is literally made for me. If you are on the shorter range the ergonomics are not an issue

Your honesty and thoroughness is appreciated.

This is my exact bike, bought it two months ago. It’s my first motorcycle and I absolutely love it. Several of the negatives you mention are positives for me, especially the ergonomics. I am way more comfortable on the Z650 than the MT-07, my ankles kept hitting the pegs on the Yamaha at stops but the Kawasaki controls are positioned perfect for me. I’m also getting 65mpg with 91 at 4800’ elevation. That’s just cruising around town with highway mixed in here and there. I’m also not going wide open at every opportunity so that probably helps lol.

The low angle of cam made it really hard to watch...not being able to see the road and traffic signs made me nervous that you were staring at the speedo and not the road...🤷🏼‍♂️😄🤯

Love your commentary ... need to see you angle your camera higher. My neck hurts from straining to see more road!

I commute on a Z400 and absolutely love it. I've definitely considered moving up to a Z650 but I definitely agree with Adam about the weird ergonomics. MT-07 is most likely next.

Thanks for reporting on the headlights.

I don't mind so much that it lacks in top end compared to its direct competitors. It seems to have nice tractable torque, which would make riding this bike a joy. I'm not looking to set any land speed records anyway. As a returning rider, this bike seems like it would be great for me. Plus, the look of this bike is my favorite of the bunch, especially with this black & green frame combo.

Great information .. I couldnt look at the clip . Looking forward to the next one where we can come along for the ride ....

Glad you kept it real Adam, best regards from Argentina

There is an optional extra higher seat available at 30 mm higher than the regular seat and it is better for taller riders.

The amount of cars driving right next to each other once he got onto the highway was kinda crazy. That was something I was always taught not to do whenever possible.

When is the review for the 2020 z900? Im really thinking of buying it would love to see a vid on it

♥️ the channel. Keep up the good work.

Now I know what I want for my birthday!!! :)

I got my first bike ever as a 2022 z650 abs and so far I love it!!

With this reviewer I have found it ideal to listen to video at 1.5 speed

thanks for the video i think ill go for this next spring

Damn, wish I could control my bike that smoothly and easily. Did my MSF course last month and got a 2022 z650 about 3 weeks ago so still a bit rough and only riding around my neighborhood for now. Someday I'll get there

Nice video. I loved watching you zoom between all the slow or stopped cars.....ESPECIALLY the police cars. Lol

Ummm are you using a quick shifter?? I have a 2017 z650, can I swap the display? I love the 2020 one

As a 5’6 upcoming rider that is good news that it favors a shorter height, not many cool bikes do

Curious to see a 2020 Z900 MC commute as those bikes seem to be amazing. Also can't wait to see the RS660 commute cause I know that's coming in the near months.

Great honest review

Any reason why Kawasaki stopped having the monoshocks on the flanks like in ER-6N and Vulcan S? I think those look neat.

Thx for your honest review no kissing up for perks you just tell it like it is. I'm looking to upgrade from my trusted Ninja 650. I'm a 5'6 guy the 650 fits me just right. What would you recommend as an upgrade. Around the same seat hight I was looking at this bike but I can see it's no upgrade for me. I also like the low end toque I would like to keep that in my next bike. I just need a lil more power. I like the 750 but it's just a lil too tall for me. I was on my tippie toes I don't like that. I don't necessarily have to flat foot a bike but tippie toes seems a lil schecche to me.

Very very good review. Camera angle could be higher. Audio and video quality was crisp. Content covered was comprehensive and beneficial.

This one is going to be popular.

Black background gauges with white numbers and indicator. Pioneered by Ferdinand Porsche himself and still done that way. 👌🏼And yeah my BMW Boxer comes close to 200miles range, that provides near 3 hour highway riding.

You only used the clutch only from 1-2-3 higher then that you just shift gears... Is that ok?

Love your videos, please review the ducati scrambler icon!

Great video, thanks! Tall guy reviews bike for smaller rider, I’m 5’8”, your review nailed it. I want one! 👍🏼😎😀

How does it feel compared to new FZ07 and Monster 797?

Hair deserves an Emmy.

Forget my earlier comment. Your obviously a professional rider that knows how to shift without using your clutch.

I hear the front forks are soft, is the dive bad when front brakes are applied ?

The dash is outstanding

Anybody know what type of helmet he’s wearing? It’s so quite in his videos

I owe this bike! Such a great ride!

Please review the Z900 brohim!!! Keep doing what you do

Mc commutes in the night would be fun as well:)

Is the z650 a lot more punchy than the z400 acceleration wise? is it hard to handle? Coming up from a 125. Feel like I would out grow the z400 to quick.

i was staring at the dash as he was discussing it, stared too long and panicked cause i needed to look straight at the road.

Can’t decide between the Kawasaki z650 and the Suzuki sv650 any advice appreciated

im almost 6,5,(198 cm) and im fitting good on this bike to be honest. Amazing motorcycle!

I picked up a Cb500f, is the z650 worth upgrading to?

How come you don't press the clutch when shifting up? Sorry I'm a beginner

Think about geometry and your comment regarding inward sweep of the bars, what happens to the bars when you turn, what is the angle of the bars then? Ride a cruiser if you dont like corners, and fly a plane if you want a cock pit. To many people ride too many bikes and just rabbit on with their opinions to achieve ratings, though having said that I still enjoyed your expressive contribution of a review and will watch more.

Another good review. I understand the camera view is too low so that the wannabe traffic cops don’t rag on you for every yellow light. Plus, you have to give them something to complain about. Otherwise good job.

I'm really glad you review a wide range of bikes. Dealership here in Fort Lauderdale doesn't allow test rides! Says because of insurance reasons! Ha ha..

Hello there can you explain the vibrations on the Kawasaki 650

Pro the motorcycle have traction control ?

New subscriber 😊 bro Akki from India 🙏

so how’d you shift up without pulling in the clutch? i’ve been able to downshift without the clutch but like same concept?

So how bad are the vibes at different rpms? If so is mt-07 any smoother on vibes or throttle response? Does this or mt-07 have sudden throttle response or gradual throttle response? I am 6 feet 210 btw. I don’t like sensitive throttle.

I'm 5'5" and this bike fits me perfectly. However the vibes of the parallel twin really bother my hands after awhile.

I would go MT-07 before the Kawi. Another great review Waheed. Next up the Z900 please.

Hey, cap'n! Can you please do a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 review? PLEASE!

Hey guys good morneeeeen

The camera angle is too low. And the footage is badly overexposed.

Love this bike

Those handlebars are insane like something from the 1930's !

Great review as usual. How would you compare this to the Triumph Trident 660?

Is the ergofit system not included for the Z650 as it is for the Vulcan S?

i wonder what the dash looks like

Thank god, a bike for shorter people or even average sized riders. It’s so annoying to hear people over 6ft tall talk about how comfortable a bike is only for me to try and get on it and barley be able to tippy toe the bike lol. Sure an experienced rider only needs one foot on the ground but I don’t feel like its conducive to stop and go commuting.

Im 5'2 would i possibly fit this?

Upgrade the tires to sport touring like Mitas Touring Force or Pirelli Angel GT for better mileage and grip but these will reduce the mpg but improve the confidence. I would suggest upgrading to a little bigger windscreen for this bike because the stock one doesn't provide good wind protection at speeds higher than 100km/h. Mine is a 2019 tourer version and it's surely a nice bike. Nothing much but it is a good choice for new riders. If you're taller than 182cm and if you ride long distances you should go for a bigger bike. Sometimes I feel fatigue in lower legs becasue of such tight ergonomic.

Just saw the 'Z650rs', thats getting closer, I believe.

Kramer??

Is that speedometer set to kph or mph? We're you really topping 90?

Please advise which other bikes in this class perform better in the twisties For a 6 foot person? That is what I’m looking for.

Adam, please do an MC Commute review of the ZH2 please

Wow what’s the speed limit there my city is 35 45 or 50

Nice bike hoping to get one to teach the wife one day

Would this bike be good for two person riding?

Brilliant

Kawi comming out with the z900 and z650, yamaha with the mt series, suzuki with the gsxs series... one must ask, where’s Honda during all this?

in case you ever wanted to change it, im 6'5 and i test fit a z650 just the other day, its near perfect for me

Like the dash, swept back handlebars, looks and reliability. Don’t like vibrations though.

how would you rate the ride on the Z650 vs the Ninja 650?

I Think you should Upgrade the Front Suspension to next level Upside down🤔

Why don't you update your iPhone though?

does this have a quickshifter? cuz at 3:30 it kinda looks like it

The speed is in MPH?

I really liked the z800. It seemed to be just the right size.

z650 or the z650rs both look awesome i assume its personal preference

Mini Z900!🔥

I literally waited for the 2020 model before I got one cause I want the new tft display. I replaced my Gladius 400 for this.

Is this the naked version of a ninja 650?

Mate, use the bloody switch to put the headlight in "dipper" or do you wanna outshine the sun using "upper" in broad daylight ?

Can anyone tell me what the big deal is about ABS? im a noob so any info helps. (I know the meaning of ABS. BUT thats it)

That. Engine really moderate> Good compsumption Good and it can save you fastly from trafic mess either. This is a Good bike after 250cc. But you already have middleclass experience you should buy mt07

I loved the er6n

ive had both the sv650 and ninja650 and even the sv650 with more horse power the ninja catches it and passes it so i sold the suzuki and kept the ninja 650 the gearing and torque of the ninja 650 is fantastic it has 40000 ks on it now and starts and goes just the same as when i bought it new from the dealer im not saying the sv650 is a bad bike its a great bike but i just prefer the kwacka even though the sv650 exhaust from the vtwin sounds great like a ducati and both bikes were unrestricted kawasaki just know how to make excellent bikes my next bike is going to be the kwacka h2 supercharged i hope i survive it lol but anyway what ever bike you get they all put a smile on your face and we love to ride them so you cant lose can ya just my 2 cents anyway hi from down under guys ride safe..

I LOVE KAWASAKI

I'm 6'2 and i can say it is way too small for me. You can do maybe 100 comfortable miles but after that you just suffer (legs feel stiff, butt starts to ache and your neck will be destroyed do to lack of wind protection). Maxed out at around 120 but you have to be flat on the tank to not get blown away. It's fun around town, engine has enough power to zoom around traffic, but i would avoid taking it to longer trips. If you would get

can this catch up with 600s?