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Clearly structured and easy to read cockpit. A gear display is missing, but many first-time owners have upgraded.

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Motor mappings and traction control can be controlled from the handlebar end. The latter works splendidly.

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In some places you can also see the red pencil on the Versys – others are amazed, such as the hard case for the tools.

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Example: EZ 5/2014, 7700 km, 1st hand, original case set, crash bar. Price: 8,550 euros

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Kawasaki

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One engine, many possibilities: the four-cylinder not only fires the bare Z 1000 and touring sporty SX, but also the Versys. This makes them particularly unique among the travel enduros.

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The one-eye cyclops face is a thing of the past – extensively revised, the Versys 1000 will start its second career in 2015. Many assemblies such as the new case system are much more sophisticated, but the basic character is still right. Now available for less than 10,000 euros.

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The competition: BMW R 1200 GS – the mother of all travel enduros. Can do anything, but you have to like the boxer character. From 2010 with dohc engine, still expensive!

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The competition: Honda Crosstourer – similar concept to the Versys, also designed with a strong street-side in mind. With a V4 engine, something for technology fetishists.

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The competition: Triumph Tiger Explorer – The Englishwoman mainly wants to challenge the GS, left and right are not interested. Score through the row triple.

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The competition: Yamaha XTZ 1200 Super Tenere – In this overview, the in-line twin is actually the typical representative in the travel enduro league. Can even gravel.

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Used purchase

Kawasaki Versys 1000 for sale

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For understated buyers

When you think of travel enduros, you usually have 19 inches, two cylinders and something white and blue in mind. But different is also good – and cheap, as this Kawasaki Versys 1000 shows us. The tip for understatement buyers!

Jorg Lohse

04/12/2017

Let’s not dwell on the outward for a long time. The exotic Cyclops face of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 has been sufficiently discussed in the fan base, but interestingly enough it was picked up and eliminated by the manufacturer very quickly. Because already in its fourth year of sale (2015) this so far very unique travel enduro started completely renovated. With the completely new cladding architecture, one does not even want to speak of a facelift, on the outside virtually no plastic part has remained on the other. Lo and behold, the sales figures suddenly skyrocket.

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Right from the start without blame or blame

The basic character of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 actually nothing changed, because from the beginning there was no fault or fault. Above all, it is praiseworthy how the Greens asserted themselves in the group of travel endurists from 2012. Of course, you could have designed a model that is strongly based on the class leader GS. In order to steal a few undecided buyers with a sharply calculated price. Instead, Kawa shows courage, plants the fat four-cylinder of the Z 1000 in a long-legged 17-inch chassis and thus makes a clear statement where the 250-kilo enduros are actually at home: on well-paved asphalt roads of all kinds – who wants to Turn seriously off-road with these killer chunks?

Extremely low entry tariffs

With the noticeably tamer set-up compared to the Z 1000, the in-line quad for the Versys has been designed perfectly: less top performance (118 instead of 137 hp) and significantly more pressure in the lower-middle area – that’s exactly how it is for committed country road surfers. The extremely handy chassis also fits in perfectly with the expectations of this clientele. Since the Versys driver is located in the long-distance travel business, clear facts are also created here: a neat two-seater bench, full (and adjustable) wind protection, ample payload and a luggage solution available ex works. The whole thing is considered solid and mature, and that’s how the Kawasaki Versys 1000 as the perfect solution for those who eat up kilometers. And thanks to extremely low entry-level tariffs, you can now think about exotic holiday destinations.

Market situation Kawasaki Versys 1000

Experts agree: the first generation of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 only sells on price. Otherwise she will stand longer. The second, which is still young, is more expensive, but much more in demand.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 from 6,500 euros

Low price level

The first generation of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 is slowly falling towards half the original price. You have to put up with some high mileage, in return there are fully equipped bikes with lots of accessories “on top”.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 from 8,000 euros

Medium price level

An exciting field. Many first-generation offers, garnished with lots of accessories and some extremely low mileage. With a lot of luck, you will find 2015 verses with the sleeker design.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 from 9,500 euros

High price level

Anyone who sells privately in this region has to throw in a lot of accessories. Significantly less than 10,000 euros also attract new 2016 demonstrators from authorized dealers, but mostly without suitcases and extras.

Model upgrade Kawasaki Versys 1000

  • 2012: Market launch of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 with a modified four-cylinder engine from the Z 1000. Grand Tourer equipment variant including three-part case system with matching inner pockets and tank pad. Colors: gray, white. Prices (Standard / GT): 11,995 / 12,995 euros. Sales in Germany: 817 pieces.
  • 2013: Technology and prices unchanged, white no longer available, now available in gray and orange. Sales in Germany: 257 pieces.
  • 2014: Technology and prices unchanged, gray and orange dropped, now available in black and green. Sales in Germany: 241 pieces.
  • 2015: Extensive model revision. Motor with higher power (120 PS) newly tuned and already adapted to Euro 4, anti-hopping clutch, alternator with higher power, new chassis set-up, new Bosch ABS, case holder integrated in the pillion handle, main stand, connection preparation for electronic accessories, completely new designed cladding. Also available as a tourer (side case, inner pockets, tank pad, hand protectors) and grand tourer (plus 47 liter top case). Colors: black, orange, white. Prices (Standard / T / GT): 12,190 / 12,990 / 13,990 euros. Sales in D: 677 pieces.
  • 2016: No technical changes. Colors: green, gray, silver. Prices (Standard / T / GT): 12,490 / 13,290 / 14,290 euros. Sales in D: 538 pieces.
  • 2017: Gear indicator in the cockpit, new windshield adjuster. Colors: black, green, orange. Prices (Standard / T / GT): 12,690 / 13,490 / 14,490 euros. Sales in D: 295 pieces *

Technical specifications

Kawasaki Versys 1000 (model year 2012)

Engine: Water-cooled four-cylinder four-stroke in-line engine, four valves per cylinder, wet sump lubrication, injection, regulated catalytic converter with secondary air system, mechanically operated multi-plate oil bath clutch, six-speed gearbox, O-ring chain.
Bore x stroke: 77.0 x 56.0 mm
Displacement: 1,043 cm³
Rated output: 86.8 kW (118 hp) at 9,000 rpm
Max. Torque: 102 Nm at 7,700 rpm

Landing gear: Tubular frame made of aluminum, upside-down-
Fork, adjustable spring base and rebound damping, two-arm swing arm made of aluminum, central spring strut with lever system, adjustable spring base and rebound damping, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, ABS. Cast aluminum wheels: 3.50 x 17; 5.50 x 17, tires: 120/70 ZR 17; 180/55 ZR 17

Dimensions + weight: Wheelbase 1520 mm, steering head angle 63.0 degrees, caster 107 mm, suspension travel from / h. 150/150 mm, seat height * 830 mm, weight with a full tank * 241 kg, tank capacity 21.0 liters.

Measurements: (MOTORRAD 4/2012)
Top speed ** 226 km / h
Acceleration 0-100 km / h 3.5 sec
Pulling speed 60–100 km / h 3.7 sec
Consumption 5.2 l / 100 km (country road)

* MOTORCYCLE measurements; ** Manufacturer information

Dealer interview

Fabian Keppler (33), two-wheeler and head of PS-Service Keppler (www.ps-motorrad.de) in Kammeltal near Gunzburg. These are his experiences with the Kawasaki Versys 1000.

MOTORCYCLE: Fabian, we agree. When it comes to looks, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 is …

Fabian Keppler: … of course it takes getting used to. At least the first generation, until it was replaced in 2015 by the thoroughly and sensibly redesigned Versys. But these are just superficialities. Apart from that, new and used buyers appreciate the excellent travel qualities. The 1000 series scores above all with its powerful four-cylinder. This not only allows it to set itself apart from the competition, but also provides us with a good sales argument.

MOTORCYCLE: Who bought the Kawasaki Versys 1000 new, who is buying it used today.

Fabian Keppler: Most of the time it is people who switch from smaller types, for example the 650 Versys, and who have very specific requirements in terms of touring performance. They want to store their luggage properly and need a motorcycle that is easy to ride as a couple. For used buyers, the first generation now offers an excellent price-performance ratio. So much motorcycle for so little money – there is nothing comparable in the segment of large travel enduro bikes!

MOTORCYCLE: Are there competitors in your own warehouse??

Fabian Keppler: At most the Z 1000 SX, which is also a great tourer. But if you compare directly, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 offers significantly more. And the first vintages are now very, very cheap.

MOTORCYCLE: What do you have to put on at least?

Fabian Keppler: The Kawasaki Versys 1000 is particularly appreciated by frequent drivers. Interested parties should therefore look for offers with low mileage. If the equipment and maintenance are correct – keyword checkbook – you will find what you are looking for from 7,500 euros.

MOTORCYCLE: Versys drivers are crazy about modifications?

Fabian Keppler: No, most types are often equipped with factory accessories, especially the tour packages with original case sets are widespread. If so, a motor protection is screwed on or an accessory exhaust is installed. Unfortunately, the first Kawasaki Versys 1000 was missing a main stand, but SW-Motech has it for retrofitting.

MOTORCYCLE: Anomalies in your workshop …?

Fabian Keppler: … there are almost none. The engine is extremely reliable, a real endurance runner. The only stupid thing is that there are so few tire approvals. The original tires (Pirelli Scorpion Trail) wear out quickly, and touring rubber suits better the character of the Versys anyway.

The competition

BMW R 1200 GS:

The mother of all travel enduros. Can do anything, but you have to like the boxer character. From 2010 with dohc engine, still expensive! Technical data: two-cylinder boxer engine, 110 hp, weight 246 kg, 0-100 km / h in 3.7 seconds, Vmax 215 km / h, consumption 5.0 liters, ABS, from 8,500 euros.

Honda Crosstourer:

Similar concept to the Kawasaki Versys 1000, also designed strongly towards the road. With a V4 engine, something for technology fetishists. Technical data: four-cylinder 90-degree V-engine, 102 hp, weight 239 kg, 0-100 km / h in 3.7 seconds, top speed 200 km / h, consumption 5.1 liters, ABS, from 8,000 euros.

Triumph Tiger Explorer:

Above all, the Englishwoman wants to challenge the GS, she is not interested in left or right. Score through the row triple. Technical data: three-cylinder in-line engine, 137 hp, weight 271 kg, 0-100 km / h in 3.5 seconds, Vmax 210 km / h, consumption 4.7 liters, ABS, from 8,000 euros.

Yamaha XTZ 1200 Super Tenere:

In this overview, the in-line twin is actually the typical representative in the travel enduro league. Can even gravel. Technical data: two-cylinder in-line engine, 110 hp, weight 267 kg, 0-100 km / h in 3.7 seconds, Vmax 210 km / h, consumption 5.2 liters, ABS, from 7,500 euros.

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