Kawasaki Versys 1000 (2014-2018)

Kawasaki Versys is a tall, adventurous and mean sporty machine born in Japan. Its image commands over those who carry a strong passion for adventure biking. The front profile of the bike gets a twin sporty headlamp section with twin pilot lamp giving a predatory look in the dark. The bikini fairing looks impressive and adds up some premiumness to the bike’s visuals. The fuel tank is half hidden under the fairing and comes neatly designed. The bike features a sporty step up split seat that comes thickly cushioned and offers an optimum comfort even on long tiring journeys. The engine cowling comes in an all-black matte grey finish to protect the engine from dirt and mud. The long travel suspension at the front gives the bike a tall and handsome appearance in public and gives enough confidence to the rider to conquer the terrains with ease.

Coming towards the rear, you will notice that the Versys 1000 has been bestowed with three saddlebags, two on either side and the remaining one at the centre in order to accommodate the maximum amount of luggage while on the go. Furthermore, a stylish LED tail lamp looks fascinating and enhances the aesthetic values of the bike even more. The trimmed rear fender shows off the rear fat tyre quite impressively and gives a muscular element to the bike. Kawasaki Versys 1000 has body dimensions of 2,240mm x 1,026mm x 1,400mm (LxWxH) and has a wheelbase of 1,519mm that ensures an agile handling in all conditions. The bike comes with a minimum ground clearance of 150mm that gives a commendable stability while entering those sharp corners. The instrument cluster comes with a digital plus analog unit comprising of an analogue tachometer, digital speedometer, odometer, temperature gauge, clock and fuel gauge.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 has been loaded with a Four-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder, Inline-four engine that comes mated to a six-speed gearbox. It churns out a net power of 120bhp at 9,000rpm with a peak torque of 102Nm at 7,500rpm. The fuel injected engine has been configured with 38mm Keihin throttle bodies that ensures a crisp throttle response with a seamless flow of power. With a compression ratio of 10.3:1, the engine witnesses a power oriented bore x stroke of 77mm x 56mm.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 runs on 120/70x17 front and 180/55x17 rear tubeless tyres that comes mounted over stylish and robust black alloy wheels. The bike slows down with the help of dual 310mm rotor petal disc brakes with four piston callipers at the front and single 250mm petal disc brake with single piston calliper at the rear that offers a commendable stopping power to the machine. To avail a stress free and comfortable ride, Kawasaki has assisted this 1000cc adventure tourer with Kayaba 43mm inverted fork upfront and Horizontal back-link shock with adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload at the rear end.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 has been equipped with a sound braking system that comprises of twin 310mm rotor discs upfront and a 250mm single disc at the rear. The braking experience gets further refined and responsive with the incorporation of a high-performance ABS unit to the package. Furthermore, the bike features an assist and slipper clutch that prevents losing of revs in case of aggressive downshifts. Kawasaki Versys 1000 comes with a traction control system as well to ensure that the bike does not loses control under adverse riding and road conditions.