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Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer - 2024 Specifications and Reviews
The 2024 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking versatile long-distance capability paired with spirited performance. Its 1043cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine delivers 120 horsepower and responsive mid-range torque, making it equally comfortable on highways and twisting roads. Known for its commanding riding position, comprehensive touring features, and confident handling, this bike excels at bridging the gap between adventure and sport riding.
General information | |
| Type | Touring |
| Year of manufacture | 2024 |
| Model | Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 127.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.50 litres/100 km (18.2 km/l or 42.77 mpg) |
| Driveline | Sealed chain |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual. Assist and Slipper. |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Ø 38 mm x 4 (Keihin) with oval sub-throttles |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) |
| Compression | 10.3:1 |
| Torque | 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM |
| Output | 120.0 HP (87.6 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
| Type of engine | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1043.0 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Petal disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Petal discs. Dual opposed 4-piston caliper |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 152 mm (6.0 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and remote spring preload adjustability |
| Front wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Front suspension | 43 mm inverted fork with stepless rebound damping (right side) and spring preload adjustability |
| Trail | 106 mm (4.2 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Frame type | Twin-tube, aluminium |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1520 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 895 mm (35.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2270 mm (89.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 253.0 kg (557.8 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Update specs | |
| Comments | 3 three modes. Inertial Measurement Unit. Traction control. Cruise control. Adjustable windscreen. Smartphone connectivity. |
| Carrying capacity | Panniers. Top box. |
| Light | LED lights |
| Instruments | TFT colour instrumentation |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Spark Black |
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