2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2015


2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
On any-street, the new Versys 1000 offers maximum riding enjoyment. Solo or two-up, around the corner or around the globe, a unique combination of a highly responsive In-Line Four engine plus a nimble chassis is a recipe for riding fun. Add in the upright riding position and you have package that is an ideal city roamer that really comes into its own on twisty mountain roads.

General information
Model name Kawasaki Versys 1000
Model year 2015
Category Allround
Rating 3.7  Check out the detailed rating of reliability, maintenance costs, value for money, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1043.0 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine type In-line four, four-stroke
Power output 120.0 HP (87.6 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Torque 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7700 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
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Driveline Sealed chain
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Aluminium twin-tube
Rake (fork angle) 27.0°
Trail 106 mm (4.2 inches)
Front suspension 43 mm inverted fork with stepless
Front wheel travel 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear suspension Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged,
Rear wheel travel 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc. Petal discs. Dual opposed 4-piston caliper
Diameter 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Petal disc. Single-piston caliper.
Diameter 250 mm (9.8 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 239.0 kg (526.9 pounds)
Seat height 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
Color options Orange/black, black, grey/black
Starter Electric
Comments Small windscreen.
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