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Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014
Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyradial, Monoblock, PetalTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,105 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,230 mmHeight1,400 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height822 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight231 kgKerb Weight214 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

The Z 1000 SX is a great middle ground, indeed the optimal intersection between sport and touring motorbike. There are not many bikes that manage this so well.

Confident, powerful engine

fairing suitable for touring

sporty layout

good traction control

surprisingly versatile

well-integrated pannier system.

Unconventional handling in tight corners

windshield could be higher.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

Model year
Current average market prices

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