2018 Kawasaki Versys 1000

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018


2018 Kawasaki Versys 1000 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
Wide handlebar offers easy control, especially for low-speed manoeuvring. Positioned to offer a natural grip, it allows the rider’s elbows to be slightly bent when sitting in a relaxed, upright stance.

General information
Model Kawasaki Versys 1000
Year of manufacture 2018
Type 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
Engine size 1043.0 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Type of engine In-line four, four-stroke
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. 38 mm x 4 with oval sub-throttles
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 Twin-tube, aluminium
Rake (fork angle) 27.0°
Trail 106 mm (4.2 inches)
Front suspension 43 mm inverted fork with stepless rebound damping (right side) and spring preload adjustability
Front wheel travel 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear suspension Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and remote spring preload adjustability
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 250.0 kg (551.2 pounds)
Seat height 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Overall length 2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Overall width 895 mm (35.2 inches)
Ground clearance 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Fuel capacity 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Spark Black, Candy Lime Green/Metallic Spark Black
Starter Electric
Comments Small windscreen.
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