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2026Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS
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The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS is a versatile sport-touring middleweight designed for riders seeking comfortable all-day capability with spirited performance. Powered by a 649cc parallel-twin engine producing 45 lb-ft of torque, it excels at highway cruising, weekend getaways, and twisty road exploration. Best known for its upright riding position, practical luggage capacity, and ABS-equipped braking system, it bridges the gap between sport bikes and touring motorcycles.
- 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 (49.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a road-biased sport-touring machine that comfortably handles daily commuting, weekend backroad rides, and long-distance touring with its included saddlebags.
- Built for
- A friendly, versatile parallel-twin that favors smooth torque and all-day comfort over outright speed or aggressive sportiness.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking serious off-road capability or track-level performance and acceleration.
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
- 66.0 HP (49.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- Torque
- 61.0 Nm (6.2 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- 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
- 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, manual
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
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Diamond, 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
- Dual 300mm petal-style discs with 2-piston calipers, ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70 ZR-17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60 ZR-17
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS has a Capacity of 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS has a Power of 66.0 HP (49.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS 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 LT ABS weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT ABS has a Dry weight of 201.4 kg (444.0 pounds).
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