Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 vs. Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2023 compared to Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Kawasaki Versys 650 2023
Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore98 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke79.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power112 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpm
TorqueTorque61 NmTorque117 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement1,199 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyWave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,255 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth980 mm
HeightHeight1,420 mmHeight1,410 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,540 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)219 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)261 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity23 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

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere

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