The new Kawasaki Versys 1000

The brand Kawasaki has presented its new Versys 1000, which offers the ultimate riding pleasure. Alone or with company, around the corner or around the world, a unique combination of a 1000cc four-cylinder engine and an agile chassis is the perfect recipe for guaranteeing fun in any circumstance, with this model priced at €13,299.

We find a machine with a sporty design. Completely redesigned, it evokes sportiness and style while offering greater aerodynamic protection. The dual-headlight front makes it resemble the other latest-generation motorcycles in the Kawasaki range. A padded seat has also been fitted, denser and providing extra comfort for long journeys.

It also features lobed discs with latest-generation ABS. Larger front discs and new brake pads provide better braking feel. The new pads enhance feel in low-grip situations.

More specifically, we find a machine with a water-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-cylinder in-line engine, with a displacement of 1,043 cm3 and a DOHC valve system, 16 valves; plus a ø38 mm x 4 fuel injection system with oval throttle bodies, digital ignition, and electric starter.

The chassis is aluminium. With a 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) front tyre and a 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) rear tyre. Maximum power of 88.2 kW {120 CV} at 9,000 min and maximum torque of 102.0 N.m {10.4 kgf.m} at 7,500 min. The transmission has 6 speeds, and the clutch is a manual, multi-disc, oil-bathed unit. For braking, the front has dual lobed ø310 mm discs with 4-piston opposed dual calipers, and the rear has a lobed ø250 mm disc with a single-piston caliper.

The front suspension is an inverted ø43 mm fork with rebound adjustment and preload; while the rear is a horizontal mono-shock with gas charge, with rebound adjustment and remote preload adjustment.

A unique machine.

Source | Kawasaki