Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023 vs. BMW R 1200 ST 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023

BMW R 1200 ST 2009

BMW R 1200 ST 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023 vs BMW R 1200 ST 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023

BMW R 1200 ST 2009

BMW R 1200 ST 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023 compared to BMW R 1200 ST 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023
BMW R 1200 ST 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore77 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio12
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth890 mm
HeightHeight1,530 mmHeight1,220 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,495 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height810 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2023

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

BMW R 1200 ST 2009

BMW R 1200 ST 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs BMW R 1200 ST

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

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Price BMW R 1200 ST

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