Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	120 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	61 Nm	Torque	102 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.8	Compression Ratio	10.3
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	150 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	145 mm	Travel	152 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	108 mm	Trail	106 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	250 mm

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	160 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,165 mm	Length	2,240 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	950 mm
Height	Height	1,420 mm	Height	1,530 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,415 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	219 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	253 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Relaxed touring with plenty of comfort and enough potential for cornering fun - the Versys 650 is and remains a good choice among mid-range sport tourers. Although you will reach the top of the pass faster on the competition, you will enjoy getting back on the Kawa every time, which welcomes the rider with a high level of comfort and extensive equipment. If you enjoy touring and can get by with a little less power, the Versys 650 is a good choice!

Agile handling

Adjustable chassis

Accessible engine

Electronics update for 2022

Comfortable seating position

Absolutely suitable for long journeys

Low consumption, high range

Engine struggles with weight

Windshield only adjustable with two hands

No cruise control available