Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 compared to Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	102 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	114.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	135 HP	Engine power	94 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,020 rpm
Torque	Torque	112 Nm	Torque	155 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.3	Compression Ratio	10.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,099 ccm	Displacement	1,868 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	63 degree	Rake	28 degree
Trail	Trail	106 mm	Trail	132 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	150 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,270 mm	Length	2,340 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,615 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.6 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

With the new Versys 1100 SE, Kawasaki has certainly managed to ram a stick into the touring floor. With its solid engine and well-functioning systems, the green motorcycle definitely manages to counter the price/performance ratio. With a high level of riding comfort, the new Versys 1100 SE is sure to expand its fan base and more than live up to the eternal slogan "Let the good times roll".

Good riding performance even with panniers

Good ergonomics

Good wind protection

Easy handling

Top suspension

Engine performance and development

Seat cushion

Agile handling

Weight quite heavy for smaller, narrower riders

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE vs Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS

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Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2018