Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer - 2023 Specifications and Reviews
The 2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer is a sport-touring powerhouse designed for riders seeking versatility and performance on long-distance journeys. Powered by a 1043cc inline-four engine producing 120 horsepower and 102 Nm of torque, it combines agile handling with comfortable ergonomics and ample luggage capacity. Best known for its upright riding position, excellent fuel efficiency, and ability to excel both on highways and winding roads, it suits adventure-minded touring enthusiasts.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2023 |
| Model | Kawasaki Versys 1000 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, 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 |
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 | 253.0 kg (557.8 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Comments | Kawasaki´s Electronic Control Suspension (KECS). Traction control. Electronic cruise Control. Adjustable windscreen. Heated grips. |
| Carrying capacity | Panniers |
| Light | Twin LED headlamps |
| Instruments | TFT colour instrumentation |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Spark Black |
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