Kawasaki Versys 650 2016 vs. Yamaha YZF-R6 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Yamaha YZF-R6 2009

Yamaha YZF-R6 2009

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2016 compared to Yamaha YZF-R6 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016
Yamaha YZF-R6 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke42.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power129 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque65.8 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque11,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio13.1
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,040 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth705 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,380 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity17.3 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

When it was first introduced, the Versys 650 was a refreshing, modern concept that combined lots of fun with a lively in-line two-cylinder engine, high everyday utility and a wide range of uses. In the meantime, it has a few years under its belt and, after the visual update, which is very successful, it also deserves a technical overhaul. While the tank should not shrink, a lower seat height would be desirable.

Adjustable brake and clutch levers

wide range of use

21 litre tank

sporty look

Narrow handlebars

somewhat sluggish in bends

high seat

Yamaha YZF-R6 2009

Yamaha YZF-R6 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Yamaha YZF-R6

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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