Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

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Overview - Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Technical Specifications Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020
Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021
Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020
Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020
Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021
Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power129 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque126 NmTorque102 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.3
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeDual-clutchTransmission TypeGearshift
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,237 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,285 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth950 mm
HeightHeight1,335 mmHeight1,530 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,595 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)275 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)257 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21.5 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2020

It's not for people crossing Africa, but it is for people crossing Europe. Great travelling comfort - a mixture of tourer and touring enduro. The engine drives it like the brochure promises "V4 with 1200 cc" - actually wasteful.

Powerful four-cylinder engine

innovative looks

pleasant driving experience

fascinating technology

high performance.

Large overall weight

irritating concept

somewhat boring design.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021

Versys stands for "versatile system" and that is exactly what the Kawasaki tourer actually represents. Comfort and sportiness, slow and fast, short and long - the Versys can do it all. The chassis responds superbly, the handling is absolutely effortless, the engine emotional and at the same time sensible. In this price range, it is hard to impossible to find a better compromise.

Engine is smooth yet emotional

high-quality chassis

terrific wind protection

great seat comfort

effortless handling

completely neutral behaviour when leaned over

Quickshifter works poorly at low revs

windshield adjustment cannot be operated while driving

cruise control takes some getting used to.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 S

Price Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer

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Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 S

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