Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power100 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque103 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio11.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,285 mm
WidthWidth895 mmWidth865 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,410 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)250 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

In the large enduro segment, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 occupies the position of the cheapest offer, yet you don't have to do without anything - even traction control and ABS are included as standard. Excellent brakes, great comfort and a wonderfully powerful V-twin engine are ingredients that should please almost everyone. The fact that it doesn't play in the top league with 100 hp is made up for by the wonderful power delivery, which ensures a relaxed climate on long journeys. Only the wind protection is not optimal with the original windshield; one should invest in the affordable, somewhat larger windshield.

Powerful engine

traction control as standard

very good brakes

taut yet comfortable chassis

great touring capability

complete instrumentation

Windshield creates turbulence on the head

the engine runs out of breath in the upper rev range, arbitrary optics

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 1000

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