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Kawasaki Versys 650 2017 vs. Honda NC700S 2012

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Honda NC700S 2012

Honda NC700S 2012

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2017 vs Honda NC700S 2012

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Honda NC700S 2012

Honda NC700S 2012

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2017 compared to Honda NC700S 2012

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017
Honda NC700S 2012
Kawasaki Versys 650 2017
Kawasaki Versys 650 2017
Honda NC700S 2012
Honda NC700S 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore73 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,250 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque4,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio10.7
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement670 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonThree pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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 diameter17 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 mmLength2,195 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth760 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)211 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity14.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

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

Honda NC700S 2012

Honda NC700S 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Honda NC700S

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Honda NC700S

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