Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs CFMoto 675SR-R
Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 and CFMoto 675SR-R are among the most cross-shopped sport bikes of 2026. They land within touching distance on price, so this comes down to character and fit. On paper the CFMoto 675SR-R leads on power with 94 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Kawasaki
Kawasaki Ninja 650
Our pickCFMoto
CFMoto 675SR-RThe verdict
The CFMoto 675SR-R edges it overall at 8.2/10, but the Kawasaki Ninja 650 wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.
Kawasaki Ninja 650
A2-legal, 68 hp, forgiving to learn on.
CFMoto 675SR-R
94 hp and 0.50 hp/kg, the strongest here.
CFMoto 675SR-R
Our 8.2/10 at $7,999, the most bike per dollar.
CFMoto 675SR-R
189 kg with an 810 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.
CFMoto 675SR-R
Our top score in this matchup at 8.2/10.
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Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs CFMoto 675SR-R: your questions answered
Which is faster, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 or the CFMoto 675SR-R?
The CFMoto 675SR-R makes the most power at 94 hp and 70 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.
Which is cheaper, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 or the CFMoto 675SR-R?
The CFMoto 675SR-R is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $7,999.
Which is lighter, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 or the CFMoto 675SR-R?
The CFMoto 675SR-R is the lightest at 189 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.
Which is better for a beginner, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 or the CFMoto 675SR-R?
For a new rider we'd point to the Kawasaki Ninja 650: A2-legal, 68 hp and 193 kg make it the most approachable of the group.
