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The new 2008 Kawasaki Versys™ is a machine which occupies a hard to define sweet spot in the motorcycling universe. Is it a practical commuter? Long-legged urban assault vehicle? Sportbike? Light Tourer?
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General information |
Model
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Kawasaki Versys |
Year model
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2008 |
Type
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Naked bike |
Price as new | US$ 6899. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Twin, four-stroke |
Torque
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44.9 Nm (4.6 kgf-m or 33.1 ft.lbs) @ 6800 RPM |
Compression
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10.6:1 |
Bore x stroke
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83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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4 |
Fuel system
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Injection. 25°/4.3 in. |
Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Ignition
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Digital CDI |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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6-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel |
Rake (fork angle)
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25.0° |
Trail
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109 mm (4.3 inches) |
Front suspension
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41mm hydraulic telescopic fork with adjustable rebound and preload / 5.9 in. |
Rear suspension
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Single offset laydown shock with adjustable rebound and spring preload / 5.7 in. |
Front tire
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120/70-17 |
Rear tire
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160/60-17 |
Front brakes
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Double disc |
Diameter
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300 mm (11.8 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc |
Diameter
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220 mm (8.7 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
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181.0 kg (399.0 pounds) |
Seat height
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838 mm (33.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1316 mm (51.8 inches) |
Overall length
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2126 mm (83.7 inches) |
Overall width
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841 mm (33.1 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1415 mm (55.7 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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18.92 litres (5.00 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Passion Red |
Starter
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Electric |
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