Honda NC700S challenges Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius

In 2012, Honda intends to shake up the basic motorcycle segment with its economical roadster, the NC700S. Site opposed the novelty of the winged crest to its twin-cylinder compatriots: the acclaimed Kawasaki ER-6n and the Suzuki Gladius. Comparative test.

NC700S, ER-6n and Gladius data sheets

Engine

Honda NC700S
Kawasaki ER-6n Suzuki Gladius Type Twin cylinder in line Twin cylinder in line 90 ° V-Twin
Displacement 669.6cc 649cc 645cc Bore x stroke 73 x 80 mm 83 x 60 mm 81 x 62.6 mm Cooling Liquid Liquid Liquid Distribution Single ACT, 8 valves
Double ACT, 8 valves
Double ACT, 8 valves
Compression tx 10.7: 1 10.7: 1 11.5: 1 Power 47.6 hp @ 6,250 rpm 72 hp at 8,500 rpm 72hp at 8,400 rpm
Couple 60 Nm at 4,750 rpm
64 Nm at 7,000 rpm 64 Nm at 6,400 rpm
Food Electronic
PGM-FI 32 mm Electronic
Keihin 38 mm
Electronic

Transmission

Clutch Wet multi-disk Multi-disc in oil bath Multi-disc in oil bath Gearbox 6 reports 6 reports 6 reports Final drive By chain By chain By chain

Cycle part

Frame Steel "Diamond" type Perimeter steel Tubular steel trellis Front suspension Hydraulic fork
41 mm Hydraulic fork
41 mm Hydraulic fork
adjustable preload
Suspension Ar Pro-link with adjustable preload monoshock Preload adjustable offset monoshock Mono-shock absorber adjustable in preload Front / rear travel 120 mm / 120 mm 125/130 mm
NC Front brake 1 disc of 320 mm, 2 piston calipers
(3 pistons with C-ABS) 2 x 300 mm discs, 2 piston calipers 2 discs of 290 mm,
2 piston calipers Ar brake 1 240 mm disc, 1 piston caliper 1 220 mm disc, 1 piston caliper
1 disc of 220 mm,
1 piston caliper ABS C-ABS optional optional optional (blue color) Front tire 120/70 ZR17 M / C (58W) 120/70 ZR 17 M / C (58W) 120/70 ZR 17 M / C (58W)  Rear tire 160/60 ZR17 M / C (69W) 160/60 ZR 17 M / C (69W) 160/60 ZR 17 M / C (69W)

Dimensions, weight, capacities

Length 2195 mm 2 110 mm 2 130mm Width 760 mm 770 mm 760 mm Height 1130 mm 1110 mm 1,165 mm Caster angle 27 ° 25 ° 25 ° Hunt 110 mm 110 mm 104 mm Wheelbase 1507 mm 1410mm 1445 mm Steering angle 30 ° 35 ° NC Ground clearance 140 mm 130 mm NC Saddle height  790 mm
805 mm 785 mm Full weight
211 kg
(215 kg with C-ABS) 204 kg
(206 kg with ABS) 202 kg
(205 kg with ABS) Fuel tank 14.1 liters 16 liters 14.5 liters
Commercial information Honda NC700S Kawasaki ER-6n Suzuki Gladius Availability Immediate Immediate Immediate Colors Black "Graphite",
White "Pearl Sunbeam",
or Metallic Silver "Seal" Yellow "Pearl Shining",
Black "Metallic Spark",
or White "Pearl Stardust" White / blue,
White black,
or Black
Guarantee 2 years parts and MO 2 years parts and MO 2 years parts and MO Price € 5,490
(€ 5,990 with C-ABS)
€ 6,499
(€ 7,099 with ABS) 5,999 euros
(€ 6,499 with ABS)

Related articles

• All Comparisons – The Honda NC700S challenges the Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius – Basic instincts according to Kawa, Honda or Suz

  Honda NC700S challenges Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius In 2012, Honda intends to shake up the basic motorcycle segment with its economical roadster,…

• All Comparisons – Comparison test Kawasaki Z900, Suzuki GSX-S750 and Yamaha MT-09: Election of the best “maxi-mid-size” Japanese roadster – Z900 Vs GSX-S750 Vs MT-09: Technical and commercial sheets

  Comparison test Kawasaki Z900, Suzuki GSX-S750 and Yamaha MT-09: Election of the best Japanese maxi-mid-size roadster In 2017, Kawasaki further…

• All Comparisons – CB500F, ER-6n or XJ6: Which A2 Motorcycle to Choose? – Technical and commercial sheets

  CB500F, ER-6n or XJ6: which A2 motorcycle to choose ? The two Kawasaki ER-6n and Yamaha XJ6 roadsters are currently the favorite motorcycles for…

• All Comparisons – Honda NC700S challenges Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius – Practical aspects and equipment

  Honda NC700S challenges Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius In 2012, Honda intends to shake up the basic motorcycle segment with its economical roadster,…

• All Comparisons – The Honda NC700S challenges the Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius – First laps of the wheels

  Honda NC700S challenges Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius In 2012, Honda intends to shake up the basic motorcycle segment with its economical roadster,…

• All Comparisons – The Honda NC700S challenges the Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius – Maximum performance: the ER-6n and the Gladius fight back!

  Honda NC700S challenges Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius In 2012, Honda intends to shake up the basic motorcycle segment with its economical roadster,…

• All Comparisons – Road Test: BMW R1200GS vs. Honda Crosstourer, Kawasaki Versys 1000 and Triumph Explorer – Technical Specifications

  Test: BMW R1200GS against Honda Crosstourer, Kawasaki Versys 1000 and Triumph Explorer Ras the helmet of the R1200GS? That’s good news: the range of maxi…

• All Comparisons – CB650F, Bandit 650 or XJ6: in line, the small 4-cylinders! – Technical and commercial sheets

  CB650F, Bandit 650 or XJ6: in line, the small 4-cylinders ! The arrival of the Honda CB650F reminds us that ten years ago, the 600cc inline 4-cylinder…

• All Comparisons – The Honda NC700S challenges the Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius – Entry level in 2012

  Honda NC700S challenges Kawasaki ER-6n and Suzuki Gladius In 2012, Honda intends to shake up the basic motorcycle segment with its economical roadster,…

• All Duels – Duel ER-6n Vs MT-07: Yamaha stirs up the Greens! – Technical and commercial sheets

  Duel ER-6n Vs MT-07: Yamaha stirs up the Greens ! The easiest way to compete with a bestseller is to take inspiration from it to create a similar but…