KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660
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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
- TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 81 hp (TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660).
- Torque spans 61 Nm (KAWASAKI Versys 650) up to 64 Nm (TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660).
- Weight spans 206 kg (TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660) to 219 kg (KAWASAKI Versys 650).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Versys 650 | TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | TRIUMPH |
| Model | KAWASAKI Versys 650 | TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660 |
| Engine size | 650cc | 650cc |
| Power | 67hp | 81hp |
| Torque | 61nm. | 64nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 219kg | 206kg |
| Front brake | Dual semi-floating 300 mm discs. Caliper: Dual-piston | Nissin two-piston sliding calipers, twin 310mm discs, ABS |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc. Caliper: Single-piston | Nissin single-piston sliding caliper, single 255mm disc, ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 84.5cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) | 120/70 ZR 17 (58W) (Michelin Road 5 tyres) |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR17M/C (69W) | 180/55 ZR 17 (73W) (Michelin Road 5 tyres) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping (right side) and adjustable preload (left side) | Showa 41mm upside down separate function cartridge forks, 150mm wheel travel |
| Rear suspension | Offset single shock absorber with remote spring preload adjustability | Showa monoshock RSU, with remote hydraulic preload adjustment, 150mm wheel travel |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 21 L – 5 L/100km | 17.2 L – 4.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $10099 | $9695 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View TRIUMPH price list |
| Extra features | -Smartphone Connectable Color TFT Display -KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control) -USB Outlet (Accessory) -Dual Throttle Valves, -Economical Riding Indicator |
-Slip & assist clutch, Traction Control, 2 riding modes (Road and Rain), Shift Assist, TFT display, My Triumph Connectivity System. |
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2023 KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs 2023 TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Versys 650 and 2023 TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660 are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the Tiger Sport 660 has more peak power, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Versys 650 and Tiger Sport 660 have very similar engine displacement (650 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
Tiger Sport 660 has a clear listed power advantage (81 hp vs 67 hp).
Torque
Versys 650 and Tiger Sport 660 have very similar listed torque (61 Nm vs 64 Nm).
Listed top speed
Versys 650 and Tiger Sport 660 have very similar listed top speeds (200 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Tiger Sport 660 has a modest listed weight advantage (206 kg vs 219 kg). Versys 650 and Tiger Sport 660 have very similar seat heights (84.5 cm vs 83.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and weight, while displacement, torque, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KAWASAKI Versys 650 vs TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660?
Both are listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Versys 650 or TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660?
TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660 has 81 hp compared with 67 hp on the KAWASAKI Versys 650.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Versys 650 or TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660?
TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660 is lighter at 206 kg vs 219 kg for KAWASAKI Versys 650.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Versys 650 or TRIUMPH Tiger Sport 660?
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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