Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2021 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power142 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque61 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

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 width160 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth825 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height834.98 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)235 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX is more evolution than revolution - but what is the point of reinventing everything in a balanced sports tourer? But the new name is definitely justified, with the many new features made possible by the Ride-by-Wire system, among others, the sports tourer is absolutely up to date. Cornering ABS, modern traction control and riding modes provide safety and adjustment options to personal preferences, the shift assistant favours sport as well as touring. What's more, the price is hot (at least in Austria)!

Refined and powerful engine

balanced handling

comfortable chassis

sufficiently comfortable seating position

modern looks

good brakes

LED lights all around

colour TFT display

cruise control standard

Windshield can be adjusted without tools but only with both hands

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

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