Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013

Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

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Overview - Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013

Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Technical Specifications Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore68 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke53.6 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power106 HPEngine power118 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque82 NmTorque102 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement779 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,140 mmLength2,235 mm
WidthWidth770 mmWidth900 mm
HeightHeight1,225 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)220 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)239 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013

Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer 2013

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2014

With no other Bigenduro can you ride so hard on the knee and therefore end up way ahead on the grid. If you often feel attacked on your holiday trip, you should fight back with the Versys 1000. Which proves that big enduros and four-cylinders do get along.

Silky running powerplant

sporty, comfortable chassis

efficient wind protection

cushioned seat.

Slight tipping in curves takes some getting used to

arguable design

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer vs Kawasaki Versys 1000

Price Yamaha FZ-8S Fazer

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