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Outdated instrument console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
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Manual
Bore X Stroke 77.0 mm x 56.0 mm 81 mm x 62.6 mm
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Exhaust Pipes 4 into 1 into 2 Exhaust 2 In 1 Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder 4 2
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Engine Type 4 Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Liquid Cooled Engine 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, V-twin
Lubrication System Wet Sump Wet Sump
Maximum Torque 102 Nm --
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.2:1
RPM at Maximum Torque 7500 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Power 9000 rpm --
Emission Control -- Euro 4
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Dimension

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

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

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Gear & Transmission

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

Wheels & Tyres

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Safety & Security

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

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

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

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No No
Cruise Control Yes Yes

Chassis & Suspension

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

Brake

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

Videos of Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE and Suzuki V-Strom 650

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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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