Honda NX500 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Should you buy Honda NX500 or Kawasaki Versys 650 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Honda NX500 price in is Rs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Kawasaki Versys 650 price in is Rs (ex-showroom). The engine in the NX500 makes 47.5 PS and 43 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Versys 650 stand at 67 PS and 61 Nm respectively. Honda offers the NX500 in 3 colours whereas the Kawasaki Versys 650 comes in 1 colours. Out of 10 user reviews, Versys 650 scores 4.4 whereas the Honda NX500 tallies 4.6 out of 5 based on 10 user reviews..The Honda NX500 Mileage is around 27.78 kmpl, while the Kawasaki Versys 650 Mileage is around 20 kmpl.

NX500 vs Versys 650

Key Highlights	NX500	Versys 650
Mileage (Overall)	27.78 kmpl	20 kmpl
Max Power	47.5 PS @ 8600 rpm	67 PS @ 8500 rpm
Body Type	Adventure Tourer Bikes	Adventure Tourer Bikes
Engine Type	Liquid Cooled DOHC Inline 2 Cylinder	Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC

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Rs6,33,180^*
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Basic Information	Honda NX500	Kawasaki Versys 650
On-Road Price	Rs.7,34,551* Onwards	Rs.9,63,421* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	27.78 kmpl	20 kmpl
Max Power	47.5 PS @ 8600 rpm	67 PS @ 8500 rpm
User Rating	4.6 Based on Honda NX500 Reviews	4.4 Based on Kawasaki Versys 650 Reviews
Body Type	Adventure Tourer Bikes	Adventure Tourer Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 20,126 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 26,389 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.43,267 NX500 Insurance	Rs.31,381 Versys 650 Insurance
Colours	Grand Prix RedPearl Horizon WhiteMat Gunpowder Black MetallicView All Colours	Metallic Graphite Gray- Metallic Spark BlackView All Colours
Brochure	Download Brochure	Brochure not available

Basic Information

Honda NX500

Kawasaki Versys 650

On-Road Price

Rs.7,34,551* Onwards

Rs.9,63,421* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

27.78 kmpl

20 kmpl

Max Power

47.5 PS @ 8600 rpm

67 PS @ 8500 rpm

User Rating

4.6

Based on Honda NX500 Reviews

4.4

Based on Kawasaki Versys 650 Reviews

Body Type

Adventure Tourer Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 20,126

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 26,389

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.43,267
NX500 Insurance

Rs.31,381
Versys 650 Insurance

Colours

Grand Prix RedPearl Horizon WhiteMat Gunpowder Black MetallicView All Colours

Metallic Graphite Gray- Metallic Spark BlackView All Colours

Brochure

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Liquid Cooled DOHC Inline 2 Cylinder	Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC
Displacement	471 cc	649 cc
No. of Cylinders	2	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	-	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Wet, multi disc
Ignition	-	Digital
Gear Box	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	67 mm	83 mm
Stroke	66.8 mm	60 mm
Compression Ratio	10.7:1	10.8:1
Emission Type	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque	43 Nm @ 6500 rpm	61 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Liquid Cooled DOHC Inline 2 Cylinder

Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC

Displacement

471 cc

649 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	Bluetooth
Navigation	Yes	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
USB Charging Port	No	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Additional Features Of Variant	Honda RoadSync, Android And iOS, Honda Selectable Torque Control	K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Seat Type	Split	Split
Body Graphics	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Stepup Seat	-	Yes
Passenger Footrest	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	-	Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator	-	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Mobile Application	Yes	Yes
Service Due Indicator	-	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Traction Control	-	Yes
Adjustable Windscreen	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Honda RoadSync, Android And iOS, Honda Selectable Torque Control	K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Real Time Mileage Indicator	-	Yes
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Features and Safety

Mobile Application

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Traction Control

Performance
Overall Mileage	27.78 kmpl	20 kmpl
Top Speed	182 kmph	200 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

27.78 kmpl

20 kmpl

Top Speed

182 kmph

200 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	17.5 L	21 L
Width	829 mm	840 mm
Length	2165 mm	2165 mm
Height	1413 mm	1360 mm
Fuel Reserve	2.6 L	3.1 L
Saddle Height	830 mm	845 mm
Ground Clearance	181 mm	170 mm
Wheelbase	1447 mm	1415 mm
Dry Weight	-	201 kg
Kerb Weight	196 kg	220 kg
Engine Oil	3.2 L	-
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

17.5 L

21 L

Width

829 mm

840 mm

Length

2165 mm

Height

1413 mm

1360 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance to Empty Indicator	-	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	-	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	296 mm	300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	240 mm	250 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	29 psi	33 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	29 psi	33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36 psi	36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36 psi	42 psi
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

296 mm

300 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

240 mm

250 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

29 psi

33 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

29 psi

33 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Diamond Steel	Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile Steel

Underpinnings

Frame

Diamond Steel

Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile Steel

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Honda NX500
- The linear initial power delivery makes it quite easy to ride
- Design looks quite rugged and makes the bike look good
- The ride quality is quite plush
Kawasaki Versys 650
- Comfortable riding posture
- Powerful 650cc motor
- Generous fuel tank capacity

Honda NX500
- Fails to distinguish itself from the CB500X which it replaced
Kawasaki Versys 650
- Rider aids are not as comprehensive
- No navigation

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User Reviews of Comparison

NX500
Versys 650

R
ranjan on Jul 29, 2025
4.7
Honda A brand synonym of safety and comfort.
Honda is very much known for providing scientifically designed bike which provides ultimate riding comfort . I have driven many models of Honda Bike for several thousand Kms one thing I found common was riding comfort in all of them and NX500 is also one of them.I will definitely consider this bike as my next adventure bike which I plan to purchase before October 2025.
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ayush on Jun 04, 2025
4.2
This bike is very stylish,
This bike is very stylish, I use it for adventure trips like in ladakh sikkim etc,. This is very comfortable for two riders and can use for long distance with any fatigue and issue. The service for this bike is also very good, you can easily find service centre as well. This is very appreciative bike I ever purchased, and I also recommend my friends, relative's to purchase this bike which is come with low pricing giving good mileage and comes with around 18 litres tank thank you honda and bike dekho
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bhavyesh on May 12, 2025
4.5
Best tourer bike
Bike initial pickup is good but when you ride this 110 or 120 you feel very relaxing , exhaust note is very good , Seat comfort not much good but it's okk to manage and also front suspension is stiff but the back suspension is good and talking about brakes I think brakes is phenomenal, engine is very calm
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N
nese on Apr 04, 2025
4.5
Engine rating
Overall the bike is soo good, one of the things that i know is honda engines are soo much better than others, capacity and resilience is great, the rigid body and style is great but I think somewhat style needs to be done in rear so it can look good in perspective also front is looking sexy and overall great
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1
M
md on Mar 14, 2025
4.7
HONDA NX 500: A Ride full of adventure.
Purchase a week ago, a mesmerizing experience i deal when i buy this amazing bike for me. Milage, Performance, comfortability and safety is upto the mark. Front and rear look is also good dual disc brake option is also available. speedometer, fuel meter, shelf startup facility is absolutely perfect.
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K
krish on Aug 23, 2025
4.7
Performance and comfort
Best bike for long trip.this is best because I have done so many tours of north east state .this bike is very comfortable in every where up high road or any type of road does not matter it goes smooth and smooth I like it and the speed is unbelievable in this price range I used many bikes but I like it best you can go for it
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A
aniket on Jun 27, 2025
5.0
Comfertable bike
Good torque excellent bike with comfertable seat Along with best millage and good looking overall my experience is good by all side .best for all . Engine is so powerful and firing is good rough side bike engine decent vibrate while riding .best for long ride and adventure and decent image on road.
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1
S
shorya on Feb 12, 2025
4.3
The comfort in this bike is good
This bike is very good.Even though if there is rain and snow , it was like very smooth and it gives a perfect mileage around 20 in the streets and it has many modes like touring.And all the seat height is also good for a total rider . It is perfect value for money and Someone rides this it act as a attention seeker
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J
jaffer on Nov 27, 2024
5.0
Bike looks also very nice & refined engine
Bike performance & pillion comfortabl also very nice & bike has a more features sitting position so comfortable when we ride for a long Ride
1
A
ankit on Oct 27, 2024
4.7
Kawasaki versys honest review
Best product at this price. Anyone looking for a touring bike should go for it.you will have amazing annd safe experience.
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FAQs on Honda NX500 and Kawasaki Versys 650

Q) Which bike is better Honda NX500 or Kawasaki Versys 650?

A) As per our average user rating, Honda NX500 has a score of 4.6/5 while Kawasaki Versys 650 has rate of 4.4 /5.

Q) Which bike among Honda NX500 and Kawasaki Versys 650 is cheaper?

A) Honda NX500 price starts at Rs 6,33,180 & Kawasaki Versys 650 price starts at Rs 8,63,000 in Delhi . Honda NX500 is cheaper between these.

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