Kawasaki Versys 650 2018 vs. Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2018 vs Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2018 compared to Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018
Kawasaki Z 800 2016
Kawasaki Versys 650 2018
Kawasaki Versys 650 2018
Kawasaki Z 800 2016
Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore71 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power113 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,200 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque83 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.9
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement806 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentRebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 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 width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,050 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height834 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight214 kgKerb Weight229 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

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

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Overall, the Z800 delivered a sensational performance. Considering the fact that nothing was changed or optimised on the vehicle apart from the Remus rear silencer, a super final result.

Eye-catching, chunky look

confident acceleration

relaxed geometry

powerful brakes

Limited freedom of movement for the legs.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Kawasaki Z 800

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Kawasaki Z 800

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