Can you ride the Kawasaki Z650 on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the Kawasaki Z650 (2017 - 2019) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
Kawasaki Z650 (2017 - 2019)
The Kawasaki Z650 is the successor of the ER-6N, which was the manufacturer’s most popular naked bike for more than a decade. It uses a similar parallel-twin engine that has been upgraded to meet the Euro4 standards.
The Z650 features a brand new design with a lightweight trellis frame and smaller seat, which makes the bike look aggressive and sporty. The motorcycle is now lighter, faster and more enjoyable to ride. On top of that, it comes with an affordable price tag.
As most other budget Kawasaki models, the Z650 offers very good value for money and its reliability is excellent.
A2 Licence Compliance
The Kawasaki Z650 is a 649cc A2-friendly standard bike. It has a power output of 50 kW (68 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 30% to become A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the Kawasaki Z650 on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the Kawasaki Z650.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
| Category | Standard |
| Engine type | Parallel Twin |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine size | 649cc |
| Power output | 50 kW |
| Torque output | 48.5 ft-lb |
| Top speed | 125 mph |
| Horsepower | 68 bhp |
| Weight | 187 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm |
| Front tyre size | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tyre size | 160/55-17 |
| Fuel tank size | 15 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 165 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 50 mpg |
| Oil capacity | 1.8 litres |
| Annual road tax | £117 |
| Price | £6,300 |
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