If straight-line speed is your priority, the Z650 takes the lead. With 23 HP more than the Vitpilen 401, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Z650. Its seat height is 30mm lower than the Vitpilen 401, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops.
| Spec | Vitpilen 401 | Z650 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 398.6 | 648 |
| Power | 45 | 68 |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 0 | 188 |
| Seat height | 820 | 790 |