Adventure Motorcycles
2012Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer
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The 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking versatility and long-distance capability. Its 1043cc inline-four engine delivers strong mid-range torque ideal for highway cruising and real-world riding, while the upright riding position and comprehensive feature set make it equally suited to daily commuting and weekend adventures. Known for blending sport-bike performance with practical touring comfort, it appeals to experienced riders wanting one capable all-rounder.
- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 239.0 kg
- Seat height
- 845 mm
- Power
- 120.0 HP (88.3 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for long-distance touring and comfortable road covering with a pillion and luggage, blending sport-touring performance with all-day comfort.
- Built for
- A refined, torquey in-line four with a plush chassis, full electronics suite, and standard hard luggage that rewards smooth, unhurried riding over long distances.
- Not ideal for
- Not the ideal choice for riders seeking a lightweight city commuter, an off-road adventure bike, or a razor-sharp track-focused sportbike.
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
- 1043.0 ccm
- Power
- 120.0 HP (88.3 kW)
- Torque
- 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m) @ 10400 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5021 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 56.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1520 mm
- Overall length
- 2235 mm
- Overall width
- 900 mm
- Overall height
- 1405 mm
- Seat height
- 845 mm
- Wet weight
- 239.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 21.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 155 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin-tube, aluminium
- Front suspension
- 43 mm inverted fork with stepless rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and 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. Semi-floating petal discs
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Red/black
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2012 | 2015 | 2018 | 2021 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1043 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc |
| Seat height | 845 mm | 845 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer?
The 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer has a Capacity of 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer have?
The 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer has a Power of 120.0 HP (88.3 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer have?
The 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer?
The 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer has a Torque of 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 10400 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer weigh?
The 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer has a Wet weight of 239.0 kg (526.9 pounds).
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