Kawasaki Versys 650 2024 vs. Honda Forza 350 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2024

Honda Forza 350 2022

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2024 vs Honda Forza 350 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2024

Honda Forza 350 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2024 compared to Honda Forza 350 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2024

Honda Forza 350 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2024

Honda Forza 350 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	70.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	29 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	61 Nm	Torque	31.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.8	Compression Ratio	10.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Centrifugal force
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	330 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	33 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	63.5 degree
Trail	Trail	108 mm	Trail	89 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control

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	15 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	140 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	14 inch
Length	Length	2,165 mm	Length	2,140 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	755 mm
Height	Height	1,420 mm	Height	1,470 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,415 mm	Wheelbase	1,510 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	780 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	219 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	184 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2024

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