Honda NC700X 2012 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Honda NC700X 2012

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Overview - Honda NC700X 2012 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Honda NC700X 2012

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

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Technical Specifications Honda NC700X 2012 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Honda NC700X 2012

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Honda NC700X 2012

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	73 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	80 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	118 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	62 Nm	Torque	102 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	10.3
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	670 ccm	Displacement	1,043 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Three pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,210 mm	Length	2,235 mm
Width	Width	830 mm	Width	900 mm
Height	Height	1,285 mm	Height	1,405 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,540 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	214 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda NC700X 2012

One would still wish for a little more power from this Honda, but otherwise the NCX is one of the most uncomplicated and practical motorbikes on the market. Not only a positive riding experience, but also the thoroughly low price encourage you to buy it.

ABS

fully automatic gear change

extremely cheap to buy

uncomplicated chassis

very practical and pleasant.

Slightly less power

dual-clutch transmission only as an extra purchase.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

With no other Bigenduro can you ride so hard on the knee and therefore end up way ahead on the grid. If you often feel attacked on your holiday trip, you should fight back with the Versys 1000. Which proves that big enduros and four-cylinders do get along.

Silky running powerplant

sporty, comfortable chassis

efficient wind protection

cushioned seat.

Slight tipping in curves takes some getting used to

arguable design