Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022 vs. Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022 compared to Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022
Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore77 mmBore103.2 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke113 mm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque162 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque3,200 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio11
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
TravelTravel150 mmTravel132 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel152 mmTravel75 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

RakeRake63 degreeRake29 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail131.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, QuickshifterAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height60 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,286 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth922 mm
HeightHeight1,530 mmHeight1,253 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,626 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height662 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)257 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)304 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity15.1 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE is more than equipped for the big journey: The many features pull together, because everything good about the SE is aimed at comfort and safety. Whether it's the semi-active electronic Skyhook suspension from Showa, the KIBS cornering ABS, the Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KMCF), the cornering lights or the easy-to-read TFT colour display, the electronics leave nothing to be desired. Coupled with the comfortable seating position and the high, adjustable windshield, long stages are a pleasure. The engine is certainly not the most powerful, the weight certainly not the lowest, but overall the Versys 1000 SE is an optimal touring motorbike.

Very comfortable seating position

cultivated in-line four-cylinder engine

full electronics package

adjustable windshield

superb electronically adjustable Showa suspension

well-controlled braking system

distinctive look

Windshield not adjustable with one hand

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs Indian Chief Dark Horse

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

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