Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs. Honda CB1000F 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Honda CB1000F 2026

Honda CB1000F 2026

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 compared to Honda CB1000F 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025
Honda CB1000F 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke55.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power135 HPEngine power122 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque112 NmTorque103 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,600 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio11.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping,
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,099 ccmDisplacement1,000 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel152 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
RakeRake63 degreeRake25 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail98 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFloating caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter240 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, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control, Anti-wheelie, , , ,

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 width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,270 mmLength2,135 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,530 mmHeight1,125 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)259 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)214 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
RangeRange375 kmRange285 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions128 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions129 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100km
Euro NormEuro NormEuro 5+Euro NormEuro 5+

Equipment

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

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 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

Honda CB1000F 2026

Honda CB1000F 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE vs Honda CB1000F

Price Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE

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Price Honda CB1000F

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