Yamaha MT-09 2014 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Yamaha MT-09 2014

Yamaha MT-09 2014

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

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Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2014 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Yamaha MT-09 2014

Yamaha MT-09 2014

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 2014 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Yamaha MT-09 2014
Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke59.1 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power64 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque87.5 NmTorque61 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio10.6
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement847 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,125 mm
WidthWidth815 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,315 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight188 kgKerb Weight206 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)191 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)209 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-09 2014

Yamaha MT-09 2014

The Yamaha MT-09 did not need to be reinvented for the coming season - it already was extremely well done almost four years ago. Instead, the Japanese focus on fine-tuning and adding practical, contemporary gimmicks such as traction control and automatic shifting. Due to the Euro4 standard, however, the engine management has been changed once again and offers an emphatically powerful but well controllable power delivery in standard mode; the power explosion of the first generation is now no longer offered even by the sharper A mode. The biggest change, recognisable at first glance, is the, in my opinion, extremely successful design with the more aggressive front and the newly designed rear. All in all, an even snazzier naked bike that was clearly built for the fun of motorcycling.

Wonderfully powerful three-cylinder powerplant

three power modes

fully adjustable chassis

quickshifter as standard

sporty upright seating position

good brakes

aggressive looks

traction control.

Saddle a little too hard for long tours

licence plate holder on the swingarm offers less splash protection than a conventional one

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

Kawasaki Versys 650 2011

With a full tank of only 211 kg, it is particularly easy to handle in the mountains. All in all, it is at home almost anywhere, an everyday bike with that certain kick. With a new headlight and modernised design, the Versys is back on the attack.

Absolutely suitable for everyday use

interesting concept

very low consumption.

Performance not too high.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

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