Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs. Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 compared to Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	58.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	135 HP	Engine power	45.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	112 Nm	Torque	42.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.3	Compression Ratio	11.3
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	38 mm	Throttle Bore	32 mm
Displacement	Displacement	1,099 ccm	Displacement	499 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	152 mm	Travel	90 mm

Chassis

Trail	Trail	106 mm	Trail	121 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	310 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	18 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,270 mm	Length	2,250 mm
Width	Width	950 mm	Width	785 mm
Height	Height	1,530 mm	Height	1,100 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	735 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	259 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	176 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l
Range	Range	375 km	Range	342 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	128 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	89 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.6 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	3.8 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

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 motorcycle 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

Easy handling

Top suspension

Engine performance and development

Seat cushion

Agile handling

Weight quite heavy for smaller, narrower riders

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

The Kawasaki Eliminator 500 is a successful bike in a competitive price segment. The latest addition from the green brand offers easy handling and riding pleasure at an attractive price. Beginners, returning riders and smart bikers will all enjoy this urban cruiser. In my opinion, the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 could achieve cult status.

Handling, despite low ground clearance, an attack the twisties

Engine, good torque

Weight, 167 kg

Gearbox, excellent shifting

Seating position, comfortably neutral Driving licence class A2

Rear-view mirror, stylish but hardly any visibility to the rear tyres, IRC spongy, gives hardly any feedback

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500

Price Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE

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