Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Yamaha Tenere 700 2020

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Yamaha Tenere 700 2020

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 compared to Yamaha Tenere 700 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Yamaha Tenere 700 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Yamaha Tenere 700 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	65.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	73 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	61 Nm	Torque	68 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.8	Compression Ratio	11.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,165 mm	Length	2,365 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	915 mm
Height	Height	1,400 mm	Height	1,455 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,415 mm	Wheelbase	1,590 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Yamaha Tenere 700 2020

Compared to the sporty single-cylinder competition from KTM or Husqvarna, which you first have to make suitable for touring with a windshield, larger tank, etc., the Twin offers a smoother ride and thus better long-distance capability, and compared to most two-cylinder competitors, with the exception of KTM's 890 Adventure R, it offers more off-road capability. In any case, the Tenere 700 has become a real enrichment for the touring enduro segment, so it was worth the wait.

playful handling

great engine

clean finish

fully adjustable chassis

low weight

ABS can be switched off

fair price

few electronics for road trips

seat could become uncomfortable on long journeys