KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs KAWASAKI Versys 1000
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- KAWASAKI Versys 650 84.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Versys 1000 84 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 67 hp (KAWASAKI Versys 650) up to 120 hp (KAWASAKI Versys 1000).
- Torque spans 61 Nm (KAWASAKI Versys 650) up to 102 Nm (KAWASAKI Versys 1000).
- Weight spans 219 kg (KAWASAKI Versys 650) to 253 kg (KAWASAKI Versys 1000).
- Displacement spans 650 cc (KAWASAKI Versys 650) to 1000 cc (KAWASAKI Versys 1000).
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Versys 650 | KAWASAKI Versys 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | KAWASAKI |
| Model | KAWASAKI Versys 650 | KAWASAKI Versys 1000 |
| Engine size | 650cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 67hp | 120hp |
| Torque | 61nm. | 102nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 219kg | 253kg |
| Front brake | Dual semi-floating 300 mm discs. Caliper: Dual-piston | 310 mm dual discs, radially mounted monoblock 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc. Caliper: Single-piston | 250 mm single disc, single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 84.5cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR17 58W |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 180/55ZR17 73W |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping (right side) and adjustable preload (left side) | 43 mm inverted fork, rebound damping (right side) and spring preload adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Offset single shock absorber with remote spring preload adjustability | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 21 L – 5 L/100km | 21 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $10099 | $15489 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Smartphone Connectable Color TFT Display -KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control) -USB Outlet (Accessory) -Dual Throttle Valves, -Economical Riding Indicator |
-KCMF (Kawasaki Cornering Management Function) -Electronic Throttle Valves, -Adjustable Windscreen -Slipper Clutch, -DC Socket -Electronic Cruise Control, -KTRC (3 modes) -Power Modes |
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2023 KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs 2023 KAWASAKI Versys 1000: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Versys 650 and 2023 KAWASAKI Versys 1000 differ on the listed specifications: the Versys 650 has a lower listed weight, and the Versys 1000 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Versys 1000 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
Versys 1000 has a clear listed power advantage (120 hp vs 67 hp).
Torque
Versys 1000 has a clear listed torque advantage (102 Nm vs 61 Nm).
Listed top speed
Versys 1000 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (240 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Versys 650 is notably lighter on the listed weight (219 kg vs 253 kg). Versys 650 and Versys 1000 have very similar seat heights (84.5 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs KAWASAKI Versys 1000?
KAWASAKI Versys 1000 is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for KAWASAKI Versys 650.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Versys 650 or KAWASAKI Versys 1000?
KAWASAKI Versys 1000 has 120 hp compared with 67 hp on the KAWASAKI Versys 650.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Versys 650 or KAWASAKI Versys 1000?
KAWASAKI Versys 650 is lighter at 219 kg vs 253 kg for KAWASAKI Versys 1000.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Versys 650 or KAWASAKI Versys 1000?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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