Kawasaki Z650: seat height & fit
Can you flat-foot the Kawasaki Z650? Its 31.1" (79 cm) seat height is only half the story — here's the inseam you actually need once sag, seat width and boots are accounted for.
| Seat height (unladen) | 31.1" / 79 cm |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 412 lb / 187 kg |
| Style | standard |
| Seat width | medium |
| Inseam to flat-foot | ~29.6" |
| Inseam for balls of feet | ~28.7" |
| Lowering options | Limited |
| Approx. MSRP | $7,999 |
Fit by inseam
What you can expect on the Kawasaki Z650 at a range of inseams, wearing riding boots:
| Inseam | Fit verdict |
|---|---|
| 28" | Tiptoes |
| 29" | Balls of both feet |
| 30" | Both feet flat |
| 31" | Both feet flat |
| 32" | Both feet flat |
| 33" | Both feet flat |
Frequently asked
- What is the seat height of the Kawasaki Z650?
- The Kawasaki Z650 has a published unladen seat height of 31.1 inches (79 cm). Under your weight the suspension sags roughly 1.0 inch, so the effective height you reach is a little lower.
- Can short riders flat-foot the Kawasaki Z650?
- You can plant both feet flat on the Kawasaki Z650 from roughly a 29.6-inch inseam, and get the balls of both feet down from about 28.7 inches (in riding boots). Below that you're on tiptoes.
- Can the Kawasaki Z650 be lowered?
- Aftermarket lowering options for the Kawasaki Z650 are limited. A shaved or lower-profile seat is usually the most reliable way to reduce reach.
Lowering & gear for the Kawasaki Z650
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