What category is the 2008 Kawasaki Versys ABS?

General information
Category	Touring
Model	Kawasaki Versys ABS
Year	2008
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	Digital
Fuel control	DOHC
Fuel system	Injection. Fuel injection: 38 mm x 2 (Keihin)
Valves per cylinder	8
Bore x stroke	83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Compression	10.6:1
Torque	61.00 Nm (6.2 kgf-m or 45.0 ft.lbs) @ 6800
Power	63.02
Engine type	Twin, four-stroke
Capacity:	649.00 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes diameter	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. Single 220 mm petal disc
Front brakes diameter	300 mm (11.8 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs
Rear tyre dimensions	160/60-17
Front tyre dimensions	120/70-17
Rear suspension	Offset laydown single-shock with 13-way adjustable rebound damping and 7-way adjustable preload
Front suspension travel	41 mm (1.6 inches)
Front suspension	41 mm inverted telescopic fork with stepless (right-side) adjustable rebound damping and adjustable preload
Trail	108 mm (4.3 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	25.0°
Frame type	Diamond, high-tensile steel

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,415 mm (55.7 inches)
Overall width	840 mm (33.1 inches)
Overall length	2,125 mm (83.7 inches)
Overall height	1,315 mm (51.8 inches)
Seat height	840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.3482 HP/kg
Dry weight	181.0 kg (399.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Ebony, Atomic Silver, Candy Burnt Orange
Starter	Electric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

4.2s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track35%

City75%

Cornering70%

Daily Riding78%

Touring68%

Passenger60%

Rider Profile

Best For	Suits riders from mid-level novices through experienced riders looking for a versatile, non-intimidating machine.
Purpose	Built as an all-round commuter and light-touring machine that handles daily riding, weekend twisties, and occasional longer trips with ease.
Rider Fit	A moderate seat height and manageable curb weight make it approachable for riders of average and smaller stature.
Character	A practical, friendly parallel-twin all-rounder that prioritizes usable torque and agile street manners over outright performance.
Not Ideal For	Not ideal for riders seeking serious off-road capability or top-tier sportbike acceleration.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 840mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2008 Kawasaki Versys ABS, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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