Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
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Suzuki V-Strom 650
Suzuki V-Strom 650
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 Comparison

Overview: Versys 1000 SE vs V-Strom 650

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1043 cc 645 cc
Maximum Power 118 hp -

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.67/5
3 reviews
4.47/5
17 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Exceptional option as a competent dual sport bike

    I have heard a lot about this extra efficient dual sport bike. The kind of reputation and goodwill that it has earned over the years are neither...

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    Shafiq Jul 11, 2024 for Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
  • Versatile and Reliable Adventure Bike

    My son has been asking me to buy an adventure bike for some time now and the V Strom 650 caught our eye. The bike is perfect for both city commuting...

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    izzat Aug 02, 2024 for Suzuki V-Strom 650

From The Experts

Things we like

Comfortable ride quality

Great road presence

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Excels in various riding scenarios

Rider-friendly positioning and comfy seats

Competitive pricing for its segment

Includes ABS and traction control

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Things we don't like

Looks slightly disproportionate from the rear

Outdated instrument console

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Dated display and instrument panel design

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1043 cc 645 cc
Maximum Power 118 hp --
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 21 L 20.0 L
Engine Type 4 Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Liquid Cooled Engine 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, V-twin
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.2:1
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Manual
Maximum Torque 102 Nm --
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Exhaust Pipes 4 into 1 into 2 Exhaust 2 In 1 Exhaust
Bore X Stroke 77.0 mm x 56.0 mm 81 mm x 62.6 mm
Lubrication System Wet Sump Wet Sump
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
No. Of Cylinder 4 2
RPM at Maximum Power 9000 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Torque 7500 rpm --
Emission Control -- Euro 4
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Touring
Length 2270 mm 2275 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Height 1490 mm 1405 mm
Seat Height 840 mm 830 mm
Ground Clearance 150 mm 170 mm
Wheel Base 1520 mm 1560 mm
Width 895 mm 835 mm
Kerb Weight 257 kg 213 kg
Oil Tank Capacity -- 3.0 L
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Digital Electric
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection Double-Barrel Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV)

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 180/55 R17 150/70 R17
Front Tyre 120/70 R17 110/80 R19
Tyre Type Runflat Radial
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Front Wheel Size R17 R19

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Horizontal Back-link Link Type
Front Suspension Inverted Fork Telescopic Fork

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Riding Modes Touring Touring Cruise Cruise
Traction Control Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes --
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Shutter Lock -- No
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
Advanced Safety Features -- Transponder-Type Suzuki Advanced Immobilizer System (SAIS) Transponder-Type Suzuki Advanced Immobilizer System (SAIS)
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
Central Locking -- No
Back Rest -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Navigator No No
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tachometer Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes --
Display Screen Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator No No
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type Diamond Diamond Twin Spar Twin Spar
Side Wings Yes Yes
Body Frame Material -- Alloy Alloy

Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED Halogen Halogen
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes

Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Seats No No

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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 FAQs

Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Versys 1000 SE vs V-Strom 650?

The Versys 1000 SE comes with a ground clearance of 150 mm , on the other hand the V-Strom 650 comes with a ground clearance of 170 mm , hence the Suzuki V-Strom 650 has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is Versys 1000 SE vs V-Strom 650 dimension size comparison?

The Versys 1000 SE dimension are 2270 mm length, 895 mm width, 1490 mm height while the V-Strom 650 Dimensions are 2275 mm length, 910 mm width, 1405 mm height. Hence the Versys 1000 SE is more longer more wider and more higher.

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