Adventure Motorcycles

2016Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer Plus

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The 2016 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer Plus is a versatile sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance travel with spirited handling. Its compact dimensions and manageable 214 kg weight make it accessible to a wide range of riders, while integrated saddlebags and a fuel capacity of 18.93 liters support extended touring. The Versys 650 is renowned for blending middleweight agility with practical touring credentials, appealing to adventure-minded commuters and weekend explorers alike.

Capacity: 649.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 214.0 kg
Seat height: 846 mm
Power: 69.0 HP (50.4 kW) @ 8500 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail25%

Cornering70%

City riding65%

Daily riding80%

Touring88%

Two-up78%

Track30%

Best for: Built as a versatile sport-touring machine for covering long distances comfortably while still handling twisty roads competently.
Built for: A practical, do-it-all middleweight twin that favors relaxed, upright comfort and everyday usability over outright performance.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for riders seeking track-day thrills, serious off-road capability, or class-leading outright speed.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 846mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2016 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer Plus, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

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: 0.3224 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 83.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression: 10.6:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1415 mm
Overall length: 2165 mm
Overall width: 841 mm
Overall height: 1400 mm
Seat height: 846 mm
Wet weight: 214.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.90 litres
Ground clearance: 170 mm
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags.
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular diamond, high-tensile steel
Front suspension: 41 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping (right-side) and adjustable preload (left-side)
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. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single-piston caliper. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 160/60-ZR17

Other

Color options: Pearl Stardust White/Metallic Spark Black, Metallic Matte Carbon Gray/Metallic Spark Black, Candy Matte Orange/Metallic Spark Black
Warranty: 12
Comments: Small windscreen. Limited power version of 35 kW available. ABS adds 2 kg.

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.