Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022 vs. BMW F 900 XR 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

BMW F 900 XR 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022 vs BMW F 900 XR 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

BMW F 900 XR 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022 compared to BMW F 900 XR 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022
BMW F 900 XR 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore77 mmBore86 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio13.1
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement895 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel150 mmTravel170 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel152 mmTravel172 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
RakeRake63 degreeRake60.5 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail105.2 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, QuickshifterAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes

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
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,140 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth815 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,518 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)257 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)219 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity15.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentHeated grips, Cornering lights, LED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2022

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE is more than equipped for the big journey: The many features pull together, because everything good about the SE is aimed at comfort and safety. Whether it's the semi-active electronic Skyhook suspension from Showa, the KIBS cornering ABS, the Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KMCF), the cornering lights or the easy-to-read TFT colour display, the electronics leave nothing to be desired. Coupled with the comfortable seating position and the high, adjustable windshield, long stages are a pleasure. The engine is certainly not the most powerful, the weight certainly not the lowest, but overall the Versys 1000 SE is an optimal touring motorbike.

Very comfortable seating position

cultivated in-line four-cylinder engine

full electronics package

adjustable windshield

superb electronically adjustable Showa suspension

well-controlled braking system

distinctive look

Windshield not adjustable with one hand

BMW F 900 XR 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs BMW F 900 XR

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

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Price BMW F 900 XR

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