Adventure Motorcycles
2026Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer
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The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer is a versatile middleweight sport-tourer designed for riders seeking an accessible yet capable machine for both commuting and adventure riding. Powered by a liquid-cooled 649cc parallel-twin delivering 66 horsepower, it combines agile handling with practical comfort and weather protection. Best known for its upright riding position and balanced performance, the Versys 650 excels as an all-around platform for touring, daily riding, and weekend getaways.
- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 201.4 kg
- Seat height
- 846 mm
- Power
- 66.0 HP (48.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM
What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 67.0 HP (48.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM | 66.0 HP (48.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM |
| Dry weight | — | 201.4 kg (444.0 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons) | 20.80 litres (5.49 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a long-distance all-rounder that blends comfortable ergonomics with agile handling for mixed highway and twisty-road riding.
- Built for
- A versatile, easygoing parallel-twin machine that prioritizes smooth, usable torque and stability over outright speed or aggression.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders chasing sportbike-level acceleration or serious off-road capability, as its road-biased tires and modest ground clearance limit rough-terrain use.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Power
- 66.0 HP (48.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- Torque
- 61.0 Nm (6.2 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3277 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 83.0 x 60.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- 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
- 2164 mm
- Overall width
- 841 mm
- Overall height
- 1359 mm
- Seat height
- 846 mm
- Dry weight
- 201.4 kg
- Wet weight
- 219.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 170 mm
- Carrying capacity
- Panniers
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
- Single offset laydown shock with remote adjustable spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 145 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Petal-style discs.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. Petal-style disc.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70 ZR-17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60 ZR-17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Spark Black Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Spark Black Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Spark Black Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Spark Black Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Spark 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 | 2015 | 2018 | 2021 | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc |
| Dry weight | 214 kg | 214 kg | — | — | 201 kg |
| Seat height | 846 mm | 846 mm | 840 mm | 845 mm | 846 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.9 L | 18.9 L | 21 L | 21 L | 20.8 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer has a Capacity of 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer has a Power of 66.0 HP (48.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer has a Torque of 61.0 Nm (6.2 kgf-m or 45.0 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Tourer has a Dry weight of 201.4 kg (444.0 pounds).
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