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Kawasaki Versys 650 2020 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2020 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2020 compared to Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
Yamaha Tenere 700 2024
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
Yamaha Tenere 700 2024
Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke65.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power73 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 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 diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,365 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth915 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,455 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,590 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height880 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)204 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

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

Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

Yamaha Tenere 700 2024

The Tenere 700 now has competition and, due to the simultaneous price increase, is no longer the big sensation it was a few years ago. But as soon as the bike turns off-road, you are simply thrilled in the saddle. The bike is tough and masters even demanding passages very reliably. A really good adventure motorbike. However, if you pretend to be an adventurer and only ride on tarmac, you could make your life easier with a different bike.

very robust and reliable appearance

sporty and sleek appearance

playful riding performance

amazingly sporty and fun engine

good workmanship

good suspension with a practical adjustment range

Relatively low weight compared to other touring enduros

very tough

ABS disengageable

very off-road capable

very good ergonomics

Not very comfortable on longer tours

Brakes feel a little lax on tarmac

Very short equipment list in terms of electronics

Load changes at low revs

the operating concept with the fiddly wheel was not well received during the test

Clutch modulation not on a par with the competition in practice

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Yamaha Tenere 700

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Yamaha Tenere 700

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