Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
The engine they chose was a 1,043 cm3 In- line Four, tuned for flexibility. Superb throttle response, strong torque at all rpm (especially in the low-mid range), and a seductive intake howl ensure that every twist of the throttle delivers a physical and aural sensation that riders may easily find addictive. |
General information |
Model
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 |
Model year
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2012 |
Category
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Sport touring |
Rating
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3.5 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
Engine and transmission |
Displacement
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1043.0 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
Engine type
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In-line four, four-stroke |
Power output
|
116.4 HP (85.0 kW)) |
Torque
|
102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 10400 RPM |
Compression
|
10.3:1 |
Bore x stroke
|
77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
|
4 |
Fuel system
|
Injection |
Fuel control
|
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Ignition
|
Digital |
Lubrication system
|
Forced lubrication, wet sump |
Cooling system
|
Liquid |
Transmission type
|
Chain (final drive) |
Clutch
|
Wet mDouble disk, manual |
Driveline
|
Sealed chain |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Aluminium twin-tube |
Rake (fork angle)
|
27.0° |
Front suspension
|
43 mm inverted fork with stepless |
Rear suspension
|
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, |
Front tire
|
120/70-ZR17 |
Rear tire
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180/55-ZR17 |
Front brakes
|
Double disc |
Rear brakes
|
Single disc |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
|
239.0 kg (526.9 pounds) |
Power/weight ratio
|
0.4870 HP/kg |
Seat height
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845 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
|
1405 mm (55.3 inches) |
Overall length
|
2235 mm (88.0 inches) |
Overall width
|
900 mm (35.4 inches) |
Ground clearance
|
155 mm (6.1 inches) |
Wheelbase
|
1520 mm (59.8 inches) |
Fuel capacity
|
21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Starter
|
Electric |
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