Kawasaki Versys 650 2016 vs. Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2016 vs Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2016 compared to Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016
Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power60 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio10
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement680 ccm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,255 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth905 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,305 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height837 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight214 kgKerb Weight214 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2016

When it was first introduced, the Versys 650 was a refreshing, modern concept that combined lots of fun with a lively in-line two-cylinder engine, high everyday utility and a wide range of uses. In the meantime, it has a few years under its belt and, after the visual update, which is very successful, it also deserves a technical overhaul. While the tank should not shrink, a lower seat height would be desirable.

Adjustable brake and clutch levers

wide range of use

21 litre tank

sporty look

Narrow handlebars

somewhat sluggish in bends

high seat

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Honda XL 700V Transalp

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Honda XL 700V Transalp

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