Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Overview - Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

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The Wunderlich tank bag with smart handling.

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Perfect fit, premium quality – with Hepco&Becker accessories, your bike is ready for any adventure. Quality made in Germany.

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Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	78 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	86 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	24.5 HP	Engine power	67 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	32 Nm	Torque	61 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.5	Compression Ratio	10.8
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	411 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	150 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	180 mm	Travel	145 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	300 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	250 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	120 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	90 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,190 mm	Length	2,165 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,360 mm	Height	1,420 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,465 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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