Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE Tourer - 2023 Specifications and Reviews
The 2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE Tourer is a versatile sport-tourer powered by a 1043cc inline-four engine producing 120 horsepower, designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort without sacrificing performance. Its balanced chassis and upright riding position make it equally at home on highways, twisty roads, and adventure routes. Known for its practical design, reliability, and ability to handle extended touring duties, it appeals to experienced riders wanting all-around capability.
General information | |
| Category | Allround |
| Year | 2023 |
| Model | Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 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 |
| 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 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) |
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, BFRC lite shock, KECS-controlled compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload adjustability |
| Front wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 43 mm inverted fork with KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping, manual spring preload adjustability and top-out springs |
| Trail | 106 mm (4.2 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Frame type | Twin-tube, aluminium |
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 | 950 mm (37.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2270 mm (89.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1490 mm (58.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 257.0 kg (566.6 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Kawasaki´s Electronic Control Suspension (KECS). Traction control. Electronic cruise Ccontrol. Adjustable windscreen. Heated grips. |
| Carrying capacity | Panniers |
| Light | Twin LED headlamps |
| Instruments | TFT colour instrumentation |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Emerald Blazed Green/Metallic Diablo Black/Metallic Flat Spark Black, Metallic Matte Sovereign Red/Metallic Flat Spark Black |
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