KTM 890 Adventure 2021 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

KTM 890 Adventure 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Overview - KTM 890 Adventure 2021 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

KTM 890 Adventure 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Adventure 2021 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

KTM 890 Adventure 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

KTM 890 Adventure 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	90.7 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68.8 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	120 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	100 Nm	Torque	102 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	889 ccm	Displacement	1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	150 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	152 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Aluminium
Rake	Rake	63.7 degree	Rake	63 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	250 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,528 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Adventure 2021

The Adventure conveys a light-footedness and sportiness that is often missing in the class of touring enduros. The engine is lively and ensures rapid overtaking manoeuvres at the pass. However, the cheeky sportiness loses something of the dignified travelling comfort that one wishes for, especially on longer stages.

Super engine with linear, extremely superior power delivery

Very finely controlled brakes

Comprehensive electronics

Good ergonomics for both sitting and standing riding

Low seat height also suits shorter people

Quickshifter is an absolute dream and doubles the riding fun

Low centre of gravity creates great handling

Pricing policy for extras

telescopic fork at the front not adjustable

important components, such as quickshifter and cruise control, not included as standard.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE is a particularly well-designed representative of a type that is so difficult to categorise. In the end, it is simply a very good and universal motorbike. At the regulars' table, it will hardly score points with 120 hp. But in practice, all elements of the motorbike are designed and dimensioned in such a way that you enjoy riding it for a long time. On long tours, it has sufficient power, offers dynamic handling and high riding comfort. Compared to the competition, you hardly miss the power. Kawasaki should improve on the integration of a Navigatinos app in the display.

High riding comfort for rider and passenger

Great wind and weather protection

High-quality chassis can be adjusted very precisely to the requirements

Well controllable and rev-happy engine

Strong pull from the engine

At high temperatures, the standard windshield is too generously dimensioned - even at the lowest setting, you hardly get any wind at all

display and mobile phone app cannot keep up with the competition.

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KTM 890 Adventure 2021 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Overview - KTM 890 Adventure 2021 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Adventure 2021 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Adventure 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Adventure vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

Price KTM 890 Adventure

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

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