Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2011 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2011

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Overview - Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2011 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2011

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Technical Specifications Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2011 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2011

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2011

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	72 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	48 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	101 HP	Engine power	120 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	72.8 Nm	Torque	102 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.6	Compression Ratio	10.3
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	782 ccm	Displacement	1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Three pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,130 mm	Length	2,240 mm
Width	Width	799 mm	Width	895 mm
Height	Height	1,243 mm	Height	1,400 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,464 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	816 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2011

An optimal balance between handling and stability is a science in itself. With this motorbike, this balance has been achieved very well. So it's not tippy, but it's manageable enough. This gives confidence and makes even experienced riders fast.

Heart-stopping sound

hard revs. Handling to match the concept

balanced

optimum wind protection

clean brakes

immaculate engine metering.

Relatively unspectacular power unit

poor quality of the tachometer dispaly.