New 2015 Intermot Cologne: the Versys are undergoing a metamorphosis
Launched in 2006 and 2012 respectively, the Versys 650 and 1000 benefited in 2015 from a major update, both aesthetic and mechanical. Back from Intermot where they were unveiled, MNC takes stock of these two new Kawasaki motorcycles.
Versys 650 2015 tech. Sheet
| Engine | |
| Type | Inline-twin, 4-stroke, water-cooled |
| Displacement | 649 cc |
| Bore x stroke | 83 × 60 mm |
| Max power | 69 hp (51 kW) at 8,500 rpm |
| Max torque | 64 Nm at 7,900 rpm |
| Distribution | 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshaft |
| Volumetric ratio | 10.8 to 1 |
| Food | Electronic fuel injection, 38 mm |
| Ignition | Electronic |
| Lubrication | Pressurized, semi-dry sump |
| Start-up | Electric |
| Transmission | |
| Clutch | Multi-disc in oil bath |
| Gearbox | 6 reports |
| Primary report | 2.095 |
| 1st | 2,438 |
| 2nd | 1.714 |
| 3rd | 1,333 |
| 4th | 1.111 |
| 5th | 0.966 |
| 6th | 0.852 |
| Secondary transmission | By chain |
| Secondary report | 3.067 |
| Cycle part | |
| Frame | Steel "Diamond" type |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable 41mm SFF inverted fork |
| Suspension Ar | Offset single shock absorber, adjustable in preload |
| Front travel | 150 mm |
| Travel Ar | 145 mm |
| Front brake | Double floating 300 mm disc, 2-piston calipers |
| Ar brake | Single 250 mm disc, single piston caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70 ZR17 (58W) |
| Tire Ar | 160/60 ZR17 (69W) |
| Dimensions, weight, capacities | |
| Length | 2165 mm |
| Width | 840 mm |
| Height | 1,400 / 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,415 mm |
| Caster angle | 25 ° |
| Hunt | 108 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm |
| Saddle height | 840 mm |
| Full weight | 214 kg (ABS + 2kg) |
| Fuel tank | 21 liters |
| Commercial information | |
| Availability | January / February in the |
| Colors | Black "Spark / Ebony", White "Stardust" or Yellow "Shining" |
| Price | between € 7,100 and € 7,300 (ABS + € 600) |
| Guarantee | 2 years, unlimited mileage |
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