Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 vs. Kawasaki ER-6n 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki ER-6n 2011

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 vs Kawasaki ER-6n 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki ER-6n 2011

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 compared to Kawasaki ER-6n 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki ER-6n 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki ER-6n 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	72 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	61 Nm	Torque	66 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.8	Compression Ratio	11.3
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel
Technology	Technology	Petal	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

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 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Length	Length	2,165 mm	Length	2,100 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	760 mm
Height	Height	1,420 mm	Height	1,100 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,415 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	219 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	208 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

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

Kawasaki ER-6n 2011

You won't find such a coherent package with such fine details anywhere else at this price. The ER-6n has become a little sharper again, both visually and dynamically, and is more fun than ever.

ABS

wider handlebars

slimmer waist

increased intake noise

comfortable seat

uncomplicated chassis.

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