Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S

Should you buy Kawasaki Versys 650 or Kawasaki Vulcan S Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Kawasaki Versys 650 price in is Rs 8,63,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Kawasaki Vulcan S price in is Rs 8,13,000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Versys 650 makes 67 PS and 61 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Vulcan S stand at 61 PS and 61 Nm respectively. Kawasaki offers the Versys 650 in 1 colours whereas the Kawasaki Vulcan S comes in 1 colours. Out of 10 user reviews, Vulcan S scores 4.5 whereas the Kawasaki Versys 650 tallies 4.4 out of 5 based on 10 user reviews..The Kawasaki Versys 650 Mileage is around 20 kmpl, while the Kawasaki Vulcan S Mileage is around 20.58 kmpl.

Versys 650 vs Vulcan S

Key Highlights	Versys 650	Vulcan S
Mileage (Overall)	20 kmpl	20.58 kmpl
Max Power	67 PS @ 8500 rpm	61 PS @ 7500 rpm
Body Type	Adventure Tourer Bikes	Cruiser Bikes
Engine Type	Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC

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Basic Information	Kawasaki Versys 650	Kawasaki Vulcan S
On-Road Price	Rs.9,63,421* Onwards	Rs.9,08,637* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	20 kmpl	20.58 kmpl
Max Power	67 PS @ 8500 rpm	61 PS @ 7500 rpm
User Rating	4.4 Based on Kawasaki Versys 650 Reviews	4.5 Based on Kawasaki Vulcan S Reviews
Body Type	Adventure Tourer Bikes	Cruiser Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 26,389 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 24,874 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.31,381 Versys 650 Insurance	Rs.30,597 Vulcan S Insurance
Colours	Metallic Graphite Gray- Metallic Spark BlackView All Colours	Metallic Flat Spark BlackView All Colours
Brochure	Brochure not available	Brochure not available

Basic Information

Kawasaki Versys 650

Kawasaki Vulcan S

On-Road Price

Rs.9,63,421* Onwards

Rs.9,08,637* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

20 kmpl

20.58 kmpl

Max Power

67 PS @ 8500 rpm

61 PS @ 7500 rpm

User Rating

4.4

Based on Kawasaki Versys 650 Reviews

4.5

Based on Kawasaki Vulcan S Reviews

Body Type

Adventure Tourer Bikes

Cruiser Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 26,389

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 24,874

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.31,381
Versys 650 Insurance

Rs.30,597
Vulcan S Insurance

Colours

Metallic Graphite Gray- Metallic Spark BlackView All Colours

Metallic Flat Spark BlackView All Colours

Brochure

Brochure not available

Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC
Displacement	649 cc	649 cc
Number Of Cylinders	2	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	4	4
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet, multi disc	Wet Multi-Disc
Ignition	Digital	Digital
Gearbox	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	83 mm	83 mm
Stroke	60 mm	60 mm
Compression Ratio	10.8:1	10.8:1
Emission Norm Compliance	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	61 Nm @ 7000 rpm	61 Nm @ 6600 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke Parallel Twin, DOHC

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin, DOHC

Displacement

649 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	Yes	-
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	-
Navigation	Yes	-
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
Tachometer	Digital	-
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Split	Split
Body Graphics	Yes	-
Clock	Yes	Digital
Passenger Backrest	-	Yes
Stepup Seat	Yes	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	Yes
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Features

USB Charging Port

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Analogue and Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Features and Safety
Mobile Application	Yes	-
Service Due Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Windscreen	Yes	-
Additional Features/Information	K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)	K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Features and Safety

Mobile Application

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Traction Control

Performance
City Mileage (Tested)	-	20.58 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)	-	24.37 kmpl
Overall Mileage	20 kmpl	20.58 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)	-	3.48 Sec
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)	-	4.13 Sec
Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)	-	3.82 Sec
Acceleration 0-100 kmph (sec)	-	5.83 Sec
Braking 60-0 km/h	-	16.38 Sec
Braking 80-0 km/h	-	28.04 Sec
Braking 100-0 km/h	-	44.09 Sec
Claimed Top Speed	200 kmph	186 kmph
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Performance

City Mileage (Tested)

20.58 kmpl

Highway Mileage (Tested)

24.37 kmpl

Overall Mileage

20 kmpl

20.58 kmpl

Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)

3.48 Sec

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	21 L	14 L
Width	840 mm	855 mm
Length	2165 mm	2310 mm
Height	1360 mm	1090 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	3.1 L	2.1 L
Ground Clearance	170 mm	130 mm
Wheelbase	1415 mm	1575 mm
Dry Weight	201 kg	221 kg
Kerb Weight	220 kg	235 kg
Seat height	845 mm	705 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

21 L

14 L

Width

840 mm

855 mm

Length

2165 mm

2310 mm

Height

1360 mm

1090 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	300 mm	300 mm
Rear Brake Size	250 mm	250 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	33 psi	32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	33 psi	32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36 psi	36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	42 psi	36 psi
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

300 mm

Rear Brake Size

250 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

33 psi

32 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

33 psi

32 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile Steel	Perimeter, high-tensile steel

Underpinnings

Frame

Tubular Diamond, High-Tensile Steel

Perimeter, high-tensile steel

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Kawasaki Versys 650
- Comfortable riding posture
- Powerful 650cc motor
- Generous fuel tank capacity
Kawasaki Vulcan S
- The modern cruiser design has been very well executed
- Relaxed and upright riding posture makes it easy to ride for long distances
- The engine offers exciting performance

Kawasaki Versys 650
- Rider aids are not as comprehensive
- No navigation
Kawasaki Vulcan S
- The pearl matte sage green colour scheme doesn’t look that good

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User Reviews of Comparison

Versys 650
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K
krish on Aug 23, 2025
4.7
Performance and comfort
Best bike for long trip.this is best because I have done so many tours of north east state .this bike is very comfortable in every where up high road or any type of road does not matter it goes smooth and smooth I like it and the speed is unbelievable in this price range I used many bikes but I like it best you can go for it
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A
aniket on Jun 27, 2025
5.0
Comfertable bike
Good torque excellent bike with comfertable seat Along with best millage and good looking overall my experience is good by all side .best for all . Engine is so powerful and firing is good rough side bike engine decent vibrate while riding .best for long ride and adventure and decent image on road.
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1
S
shorya on Feb 12, 2025
4.3
The comfort in this bike is good
This bike is very good.Even though if there is rain and snow , it was like very smooth and it gives a perfect mileage around 20 in the streets and it has many modes like touring.And all the seat height is also good for a total rider . It is perfect value for money and Someone rides this it act as a attention seeker
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3
J
jaffer on Nov 27, 2024
5.0
Bike looks also very nice & refined engine
Bike performance & pillion comfortabl also very nice & bike has a more features sitting position so comfortable when we ride for a long Ride
2
A
ankit on Oct 27, 2024
4.7
Kawasaki versys honest review
Best product at this price. Anyone looking for a touring bike should go for it.you will have amazing annd safe experience.
1
Kawasaki Versys 650 Reviews

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G
ganesh on Sep 30, 2025
4.8
Kawasaki Vulcan with a heart of Ninja
The Kawasaki Vulcan S is a big, heavy cruiser bike that runs like a Ninja with a 659 CC parallel - twin engine delivering 61 HP. It offers smooth handling, modern features, and is well maintained in authorized showrooms. Single handedly driven, it combines power and style perfectly. It reaches a speed of 0 to 100 km in about 15 meters and breaks also efficiently,
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S
somnath on Jun 26, 2025
5.0
In short I call it "Rebel"
A perfect blend of vibe'eee ride sport bike performance, More sporty then most cruisers a unique mix of cruiser comfort and superbike performance, about handle it easy to ride in low speed, the powerful machine with modern look and a rebel engine, great for solo rider who want style, power and comfort in one pack
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1 1
R
rishabh on Oct 19, 2024
4.2
You can feel the power
You can feel the power when you sit in this bike, my ratings are 4.2 as it was asked about mileage and maintenance which obviously will be higher.
1 1
W
wafi on Sep 10, 2024
3.3
Overall verdict of jawa
Overall bike is good but maintenance cost is much higher comparatively. But I love the looks of this
1
A
ashok on Feb 04, 2022
4.0
Good For Riding
The bike is too good on highway’s but the problem is ground clearance, for every road hump we must slow down.
1 2
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FAQs on Kawasaki Versys 650 and Kawasaki Vulcan S

Q) Which bike is better Kawasaki Versys 650 or Kawasaki Vulcan S?

A) As per our average user rating, Kawasaki Versys 650 has a score of 4.4/5 while Kawasaki Vulcan S has rate of 4.5 /5.

Q) Which bike among Kawasaki Versys 650 and Kawasaki Vulcan S is cheaper?

A) Kawasaki Versys 650 price starts at Rs 8,63,000 & Kawasaki Vulcan S price starts at Rs 8,13,000 in Delhi . Kawasaki Vulcan S is cheaper between these.

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