Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 compared to Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power61 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque61 NmTorque62.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel145 mmTravel80 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
TrailTrail108 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

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 diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,310 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth880 mm
HeightHeight1,420 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)219 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)229 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Relaxed touring with plenty of comfort and enough potential for cornering fun - the Versys 650 is and remains a good choice among mid-range sport tourers. Although you will reach the top of the pass faster on the competition, you will enjoy getting back on the Kawa every time, which welcomes the rider with a high level of comfort and extensive equipment. If you enjoy touring and can get by with a little less power, the Versys 650 is a good choice!

Agile handling

Adjustable chassis

Accessible engine

Electronics update for 2022

Comfortable seating position

Absolutely suitable for long journeys

Low consumption, high range

Engine struggles with weight

Windshield only adjustable with two hands

No cruise control available

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

No matter which platform Kawasaki puts the 650 cubic two-cylinder in, the result is always a great motorbike! Even though the engine is unusually rev-happy for a cruiser, it results in a cruiser that actually qualifies as a sports cruiser when paired with the sporty chassis set-up. The only brake is the limited lean angle clearance, but this will not deter lovers of hearty footrest grinding. With such a good bike, we hope that Kawasaki will follow suit - after all, the Vulcan S has been with us almost unchanged since 2015.

powerful engine

chassis tuning with sporty Kawasaki DNA

real cruiser seating position

easy-to-read display

potential in tuning

Appearance a little outdated

moderate wind protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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