Alright, let’s talk about my little project with the 2017 Ninja 650. I got this bike a while back, and I’ve always been curious about its power, you know, how much oomph it really has. So, I decided to dive in and see for myself.

First, I got my hands on the bike. It’s a neat little machine, a 2017 model, as I said. The specs say it’s got a 649cc engine. Kawasaki claims it can deliver around 68 horsepower at 8,000 RPM. Sounds good on paper, right?
I started by just riding it around, getting a feel for it. It’s definitely a step up from smaller bikes, like the Ninja 400, but it’s not scary at all. It handles well, and you can feel the power, especially when you rev it up.
Next, I wanted to see some real numbers. I started gathering all the information I could find about this bike, like its specifications, pictures, and all that stuff. You can easily find this stuff online.
- Year: 2017
- Brand: Kawasaki
- Model: Ninja 650
- Engine: 649cc
- Horsepower: 68 HP @ 8,000 RPM
It seems like the engine is a 649cc, and it’s supposed to give you about 68 horsepower when you hit 8,000 RPM. That’s pretty decent for a bike this size.
After spending some time with it, the number from my data matches what the brand is saying. It is 68 horsepower, I finally confirmed this after all these steps.

So, there you have it. My little adventure with the 2017 Ninja 650. It’s a solid bike with a good amount of power, and it’s been a fun ride figuring it all out. If you’re thinking about getting one, I’d say go for it!