Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020 vs. Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020 vs Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020 compared to Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	59.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	120 HP	Engine power	115 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	102 Nm	Torque	87.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.3	Compression Ratio	11.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	3
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,043 ccm	Displacement	847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Prallelogramm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,240 mm	Length	2,150 mm
Width	Width	895 mm	Width	885 mm
Height	Height	1,400 mm	Height	1,250 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,510 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	250 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	263 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

The new concept of the Niken GT enables incredibly fast and yet at the same time safe progress in all weather conditions, as if on rails, the front leads on narrow mountain passes as well as in faster radii. The Crossplane three-cylinder engine, already highly praised in the MT-09, has been perfectly adapted for the Niken GT with a little more flywheel mass and a shorter final gear ratio. Especially in the GT version, which is suitable for touring, the Niken can shine as an absolute all-rounder. To all interested parties: Don't be put off by the looks or the "three-wheeler image". Be sure to test ride!

Mature overall concept

great engine

sporty handling

adjustable suspension

equipment suitable for touring

comfortable seating position

additional safety in all weather conditions.

Looks that take some getting used to

high weight

three-wheeled image at the regulars' table

ABS only at basic level