Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

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Overview - Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017
Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke86 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power24.5 HPEngine power67 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque32 NmTorque61 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement411 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel180 mmTravel145 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width120 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height90 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,190 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,360 mmHeight1,420 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height845 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Royal Enfield Himalayan

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Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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