Kawasaki Versys 650 2017 vs. Yamaha XJ6 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Yamaha XJ6 2009

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2017 compared to Yamaha XJ6 2009

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017
Yamaha XJ6 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore65.5 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke44.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power78 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque59.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement600 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth770 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity17.3 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

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 XJ6 2009

Yamaha XJ6 2009

Despite the common basis, the XJ appears much younger and more aggressive. A mid-cass motorbike that by no means makes you feel mid-range. Except for the swingarm, the motorbike appears quite high-quality and cool. The bike is a little easier to handle than the Diversion.

rider-friendly performance characteristics

optimal clutch

playful, lighter handling

seat comfort

individual look

young

aggressive

high-quality.

Design components not too demanding

torque development

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Yamaha XJ6

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Yamaha XJ6

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