Honda CL500 2023 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

Honda CL500 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2023 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

Honda CL500 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

Honda CL500 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	47 HP	Engine power	64 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	43.4 Nm	Torque	61 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	10.6
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,175 mm	Length	2,125 mm
Width	Width	831 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,135 mm	Height	1,315 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,485 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	192 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	209 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort

Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

With a full tank of only 211 kg, it is particularly easy to handle in the mountains. All in all, it is at home almost anywhere, an everyday bike with that certain kick. With a new headlight and modernised design, the Versys is back on the attack.

Absolutely suitable for everyday use

interesting concept

very low consumption.

Performance not too high.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Honda CL500

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Honda CL500 2023 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2023 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2012

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Honda CL500

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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