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Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025
Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025
Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025
Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025
Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025
Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore77 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power135 HPEngine power107 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque112 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,099 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel152 mmTravel169 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
RakeRake63 degreeRake62.5 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail126 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,270 mmLength2,390 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth960 mm
HeightHeight1,530 mmHeight1,505 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,595 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height880 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)259 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)252 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange375 kmRange200,000 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption0.01 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socketEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

With the new Versys 1100 SE, Kawasaki has certainly managed to ram a stick into the touring floor. With its solid engine and well-functioning systems, the green brand definitely manages to counter the price/performance ratio. With a high level of riding comfort, the new Versys 1100 SE is sure to expand its fan base and more than live up to the eternal slogan "Let the good times roll".

Good riding performance even with panniers

Good ergonomics

Good wind protection

Simple operation

USB-C socket very large and prominently and wobbly mounted Heated grip switch a little wobbly

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE

Price Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE

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