2010 Versys test: Kawasaki corrects its aim
Launched at the end of 2006, the Versys did not meet the expected success. For 2010, Kawasaki has therefore refined its road trail and its communication with a new face, more comfort and an improved all-round motorcycle image.. MNC checks: road test !
Kawasaki Versys 2010 tech. Sheet
| (Manufacturer data) | |
| Engine | |
| Type | In-line twin, 4-stroke, liquid cooled |
| Displacement | 649 cc |
| Bore x stroke | 83 × 60 mm |
| Distribution | Double overhead camshaft, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Volumetric ratio | 10.6 to 1 |
| Food | Electronic fuel injection, two 38mm Keihin injectors |
| Max power | 64 hp at 8,000 rpm 34 hp at 6500 rpm (34 hp Kit) |
| Max torque | 61 Nm at 6800 rpm 50 Nm at 3,000 rpm (Kit 34 hp) |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Start-up | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced, semi-dry sump |
| Transmission | |
| Clutch | Manually operated multi-disc in oil bath |
| Gearbox | 6 reports |
| Primary report | 2.095 (88/42) |
| 1st | 2.438 (39/16) |
| 2nd | 1.714 (36/21) |
| 3rd | 1,333 (32/24) |
| 4th | 1,111 (30/27) |
| 5th | 0.966 (28/29) |
| 6th | 0.852 (23/27) |
| Secondary report | 3.067 (46/15) |
| Transmitted secondary ° | By channel |
| Cycle part | |
| Frame | Diamond type, high density steel |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted fork with (right side) progressive rebound and preload adjustment |
| Suspension Ar | Offset single shock absorber, with rebound (13 positions) and preload (7 positions) adjustment |
| Front travel | 150 mm |
| Travel Ar | 145 mm |
| Front brake | Double semi-floating 300 mm disc in petals |
| Ar brake | Single 220 mm disc in petals |
| Calipers Av | Double pistons |
| Calipers Ar | Single piston |
| Front tire | 120/70 ZR17 M / C (58W) |
| Tire Ar | 160/60 ZR17 M / C (69W) |
| Dimensions, weight, capacities | |
| Length | 2125 mm |
| Width | 840 mm |
| Height | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,415 mm |
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Caster angle | 25 ° |
| Hunt | 108 mm |
| Steering angle | 35 ° / 35 ° |
| Saddle height | 845 mm |
| Full weight | 206 kg (209 kg with ABS) |
| Fuel tank | 19 liters |
| Commercial information | |
| Availability | Immediate () |
| Colors | Yellow "Pearl Solar", Black "Metallic Flat Spark" |
| Price | € 7,390 (+ € 600 for ABS) |
| Guarantee | 2 years parts and labor and unlimited mileage |
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