Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE LT Plus - 2023 Specifications and Reviews
The 2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE LT Plus is a premium sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort without sacrificing performance. Its 1043cc inline-four engine delivers 120 horsepower and responsive handling, making it ideal for both highway cruising and spirited canyon riding. Known for its upright ergonomics, advanced technology, and versatile capability, this model excels at bridging the gap between sport bikes and touring machines.
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 2023 |
| Model | Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE LT Plus |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | Sealed chain |
| Clutch | Assist and Slipper Clutc |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI® with 38mm Keihin ETV throttle bodies (4) |
| 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 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 120.0 Horsepower">HP (87.6 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 9000 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1043.0 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. Petal-style discs. |
| Diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Petal-style discs. |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal back-link New Uni-Trak®, BFRC gas charged shock with piggyback reservoir, KECS-controlled compression and rebound damping electronically-adjustable spring preload |
| Front wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 43mm inverted fork with KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping, manual spring preload adjustability and top-out springs |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Frame type | Twin-spar aluminum |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 20.82 litres (5.50 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1519 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 950 mm (37.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2271 mm (89.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1491 mm (58.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 841 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 257.1 kg (566.7 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Adjustable windscreen. Ride modes. Economical riding indicator. Electronic cruise control. Traction control. Heated grips. |
| Factory warranty | 24 Month Limited Warranty |
| Carrying capacity | Hard saddle bags |
| Light | All-LED lighting |
| Instruments | Multi-function TFT color LCD screen |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Metallic Graphite Gray/Metallic Diablo Black/Metallic Flat Spark Black |
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