2016 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer

Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer 2016


2016 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer 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 a package that is an ideal city roamer that really comes into its own on twisty mountain roads.

General information
Model name Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer
Year of manufacture 2016
Type Sport touring
Rating 3.6  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
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
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 shock with adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload, remote preload adjuster
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)
Wheels 6-spoke black rims
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 1405 mm (55.3 inches)
Overall length 2240 mm (88.2 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 Candy Burnt Orange/Metallic Spark Black, Flat Ebony/Metallic Spark Black, Grey/Ebony
Starter Electric
Carrying capacity Saddle bags, 47L top case
Comments Small windscreen.
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