Adventure Motorcycles
2017Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition
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The 2017 Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition is a versatile middleweight sport-tourer designed for riders seeking adventure without sacrificing everyday practicality. Known for its upright riding position, agile handling, and comfortable 840mm seat height, it excels at blending road and light off-road capability. The 21-liter fuel tank and balanced performance make it ideal for weekend getaways and commuting alike.
- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 217.0 kg
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Power
- 69.0 HP (50.4 kW) @ 8500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile all-rounder for commuting, weekend rides, and light touring rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A friendly, torquey parallel-twin adventure-tourer that balances comfort, practicality, and everyday usability.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking track-focused speed or serious off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Power
- 69.0 HP (50.4 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- Torque
- 64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3180 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 83.0 x 60.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with electronic advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1415 mm
- Overall length
- 2165 mm
- Overall width
- 841 mm
- Overall height
- 1400 mm
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Wet weight
- 217.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 21.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 170 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular diamond, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork with stepless adjustable rebound and preload / 5.9 in.
- Rear suspension
- Offset laydown single-shock with remote spring preload adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 145 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 108 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Candy LimeGreen/Metallic Spark Black
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Small windscreen.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition?
The 2017 Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition has a Capacity of 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition has a Power of 69.0 HP (50.4 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition?
The 2017 Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition has a Torque of 64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m or 47.2 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition has a Wet weight of 217.0 kg (478.4 pounds).
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