Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021 vs. BMW S 1000 XR 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2019

BMW S 1000 XR 2019

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021 vs BMW S 1000 XR 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2019

BMW S 1000 XR 2019

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021 compared to BMW S 1000 XR 2019

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2021
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BMW S 1000 XR 2019
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Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke49.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power165 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque114 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque9,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio12
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, QuickshifterAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,183 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth940 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,548 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)257 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 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 S 1000 XR 2019

BMW S 1000 XR 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs BMW S 1000 XR

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

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