Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021 vs. Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021 vs Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021 compared to Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021
Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore85 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke83 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power52 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque79.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio9
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement942 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,290 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth830 mm
HeightHeight1,530 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,570 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)257 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)251 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

The supposedly less well-equipped Versys 1000 S merely dispenses with the electronically adjustable chassis of the SE - and thus offers almost the same performance as the top model. This means that the S also has all the comfort features on board that make a long journey not only bearable, but really enjoyable. You don't necessarily feel the few kilos less than the SE, but the S is also an ideal companion on long tours when comfort and uncomplicated handling are paramount.

Very comfortable seating position

cultivated in-line four-cylinder engine

full electronics package

adjustable windshield

well controllable braking system

distinctive look

Windshield not adjustable with one hand

Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Yamaha XV 950 R 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 S vs Yamaha XV 950 R

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 S

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Price Yamaha XV 950 R

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