In Pics: 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Revealed Globally

Kawasaki Ninja 650: Kawasaki recently revealed the updated version of the Ninja 650 for the international market. For 2025, the Ninja 650 gains new features and colour options; however, mechanical components remain the same.

As part of updates, the 2026 Ninja 650 gets two new colours: Lime Green (in the cover image) and Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Grey/Metallic Flat Spark Black. The former is a nod to Kawasaki's racing legacy, while the latter combines a metallic matte grey paint with black accents.

Instrumentation-wise, the new Kawasaki Ninja 650 features a colour TFT dash with voice command and navigation. 

The bike also benefits from a more upright-set windscreen and added cushioning to the pillion seat, which is wider than before.

Powering the Ninja 650 is the same 649cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine, which is tuned to produce 67bhp and 64Nm. The engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox.