| Engine | Aprilia Pegaso 650 | Kawasaki GPZ 500s |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | Rotax 655 | |
| Displacement | 652 cc | 498 cc |
| Max power | 45 hp (@6 750 RPM) | 58 hp (@9 800 RPM) |
| Max torque | 41 lb ft (@5 500 RPM) | 33 lb ft (@8 500 RPM) |
| Redline | 7 500 RPM | |
| Idling speed | 1 400 RPM | |
| Management | Carburetor | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Single | SOHC Desmodue V2 |
| Compression | 9.10:1 | 10.80:1 |
| Oil type | 15W40 | 10W40 |
| Spark plug type | NGK DR8EA | ngk dr9ea |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 5 | 4 |
| Bore | 100.0 mm | 74.0 mm |
| Stroke | 83.0 mm | 58.0 mm |
| Throttle bore | 33.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 9.11 lbs/hp | |
| Power to weight | 274 hp/2500lbs |
| Gearbox | Aprilia Pegaso 650 | Kawasaki GPZ 500s |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | ||
| Gears count | 5 | 0 |
| Primary ratio | 1.946 | |
| Final drive | 2.75 | |
| 1. gear | 2.75 (37 mph) | |
| 2. gear | 1.75 (59 mph) | |
| 3. gear | 1.313 (78 mph) | |
| 4. gear | 1.045 (99 mph) | |
| 5. gear | 0.875 (118 mph) |
| Chasis | Aprilia Pegaso 650 | Kawasaki GPZ 500s |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Twin-spar aluminium | Steel |
| Front susp. | 40mm USD, 8.27 in travel | 38 mm Telescopic forks, 5.12 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 8.27 in travel | Mono shock absorber, 3.94 in travel |