Adventure Motorcycles
2015Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS
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The 2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS is a nimble sport-touring middleweight ideal for riders seeking versatile everyday performance with light adventure capability. Its compact dimensions and manageable weight make it accessible for varied skill levels, while the 650cc parallel-twin engine delivers reliable power for highway cruising and spirited backroad riding. The Versys is renowned for its upright ergonomics, good fuel efficiency, and practical sport-tourer functionality.
- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 206.0 kg
- Seat height
- 846 mm
- Power
- 67.3 HP (49.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a versatile all-rounder for commuting, backroad carving, and long-distance touring rather than outright speed or serious off-roading.
- Built for
- A practical, easygoing middleweight that favors smooth, predictable handling over aggressive sportiness.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders chasing track-day thrills or serious technical off-road adventure riding.
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
- 67.3 HP (49.5 kW)
- Torque
- 44.8 Nm (4.6 kgf-m) @ 6800 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3267 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 83.0 x 60.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.6:1
- 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
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1415 mm
- Overall length
- 2126 mm
- Overall width
- 841 mm
- Overall height
- 1331 mm
- Seat height
- 846 mm
- Dry weight
- 206.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 216.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.90 litres
- Ground clearance
- 170 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork with stepless adjustable rebound and preload
- Rear suspension
- Single offset laydown shock with 13-position adjustable rebound damping and 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. Two-piston calipers. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-17
Other
- Color options
- Candy Lime Green, Pearl Stardust White
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Small windscreen.
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 | 2024 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc | 649 cc |
| Dry weight | 206 kg | 206 kg | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 846 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.9 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 650 ABS?
The 2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS has a Capacity of 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS have?
The 2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS has a Power of 67.3 HP (49.5 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS have?
The 2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS?
The 2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS has a Torque of 44.8 Nm (4.6 kgf-m or 33.0 ft.lbs) @ 6800 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS weigh?
The 2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS has a Dry weight of 206.0 kg (454.2 pounds).
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