Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 vs. Honda CB650R 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Honda CB650R 2022

Honda CB650R 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 vs Honda CB650R 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Honda CB650R 2022

Honda CB650R 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 compared to Honda CB650R 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021
Honda CB650R 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke46 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpm
TorqueTorque61 NmTorque63 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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 width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth750 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202.5 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity15.4 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

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

Honda CB650R 2022

Honda CB650R 2022

Honda's CB650R proves brilliantly that four-cylinder naked bikes with little displacement are also a real source of joy on the country road. The engine tuning provides enough pressure from the hairpin bend and rewards with a wonderful four-cylinder shriek after a short wait. The chassis components offer a solid balance between everyday life and sportiness.

engine with good revving

adequate power

sporty seating position

wide handlebars

comfortable for everyday use

somewhat sluggish

display functional, but not exciting

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Honda CB650R

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Honda CB650R

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