Yamaha R3 2021 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Yamaha R3 2021

Yamaha R3 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

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Technical Specifications Yamaha R3 2021 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Yamaha R3 2021
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore68 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke44.1 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power42 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque29.6 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement321 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth720 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,400 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,380 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height780 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)169 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R3 2021

Yamaha R3 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R3 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Yamaha R3

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Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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