Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021 vs. BMW K 1300 GT 2011

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

BMW K 1300 GT 2011

BMW K 1300 GT 2011

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021 vs BMW K 1300 GT 2011

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

BMW K 1300 GT 2011

BMW K 1300 GT 2011

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021 compared to BMW K 1300 GT 2011

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021
BMW K 1300 GT 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke64.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque135 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio13
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,293 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,318 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth965 mm
HeightHeight1,530 mmHeight1,438 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,572 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity24 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE is more than equipped for the big journey: The many features pull together, because everything good about the SE is aimed at comfort and safety. Whether it's the semi-active electronic Skyhook suspension from Showa, the KIBS cornering ABS, the Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KMCF), the cornering lights or the easy-to-read TFT colour display, the electronics leave nothing to be desired. Coupled with the comfortable seating position and the high, adjustable windshield, long stages are a pleasure. The engine is certainly not the most powerful, the weight certainly not the lowest, but overall the Versys 1000 SE is an optimal touring motorbike.

Very comfortable seating position

cultivated in-line four-cylinder engine

full electronics package

adjustable windshield

superb electronically adjustable Showa suspension

well-controlled braking system

distinctive look

Windshield not adjustable with one hand

BMW K 1300 GT 2011

BMW K 1300 GT 2011

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs BMW K 1300 GT

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

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Price BMW K 1300 GT

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