Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer - 2015 Specifications and Reviews
The 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort and capability. Its 1000cc engine, generous 21-liter fuel capacity, and saddlebag compatibility make it ideal for extended touring adventures. Known for balancing sporty handling with practical touring features, this middleweight tourer excels at covering ground efficiently while maintaining rider comfort.
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 2015 |
| Model | Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | Sealed chain |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| 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 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) |
| Compression | 10.3:1 |
| Torque | 102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7700 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 120.00 Horsepower">HP (87.6 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 9000 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Petal disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Petal discs. Dual opposed 4-piston caliper |
| Rear tyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal back-link shock with adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload, remote preload adjuster |
| Front wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Front Suspension | KYB 43mm inverted front fork with adjustable rebound and preload |
| 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 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,520 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 155 mm (6.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 900 mm (35.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,235 mm (88.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,405 mm (55.3 inches) |
| Seat height | 845 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 250.0 kg (551.2 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Comments | Small windscreen. |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Candy Burnt Orange/Metallic Spark Black, Flat Ebony/Metallic Spark Black, Grey/Ebony |






































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