Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	120 HP	Engine power	101 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	102 Nm	Torque	101 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.3	Compression Ratio	11.3
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,043 ccm	Displacement	1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	160 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	152 mm	Travel	160 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Rake	Rake	63 degree	Rake	64.5 degree
Trail	Trail	106 mm	Trail	109 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Petal	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,240 mm	Length	2,280 mm
Width	Width	950 mm	Width	930 mm
Height	Height	1,530 mm	Height	1,470 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	257 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	233 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Versys stands for "versatile system" and that is exactly what the Kawasaki tourer actually represents. Comfort and sportiness, slow and fast, short and long - the Versys can do it all. The chassis responds superbly, the handling is absolutely effortless, the engine emotional and at the same time sensible. In this price range, it is hard to impossible to find a better compromise.

Engine is smooth yet emotional

high-quality chassis

terrific wind protection

great seat comfort

effortless handling

completely neutral behaviour when leaned over

Quickshifter works poorly at low revs

windshield adjustment cannot be operated while driving

cruise control takes some getting used to.