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MotoLibrary Score
63/100Sporty
Torque
102 Nm
Technical Overview
2021 Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021 2021 Kawasaki Versys 1000 S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021's motorcycle platform, the 2021 Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2021 2021 Kawasaki Versys 1000 S features a purpose-built liquid-cooled engine configuration. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 102 Nm (75.2 lb-ft) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) with a 10.3:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 838 mm (33 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,520 mm (59.8 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 21-liter (5.5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.5 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 382 km (237 miles) between fill-ups.
Theoretical Range
~382 km (237 mi)
Engine
Torque102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Compression10.3:1
Bore x Stroke77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Ø 38 mm x 4 (Keihin) with oval sub-throttles
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital
LubricationForced lubrication, wet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual
Performance
Fuel Consumption5.50 litres/100 km (18.2 km/l or 42.77 mpg)
Chassis
Frame TypeTwin-tube, aluminium
Trail106 mm (4.2 inches)
Front Suspension43 mm inverted fork with KECS-controlled rebound and compression damping, manual spring preload adjustability and top-out springs
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionHorizontal Back-link, BFRC lite shock, KECS-controlled compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload adjustability.
Rear Travel152 mm (6.0 inches)
Wheelbase1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground Clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Petal discs. Dual opposed 4-piston caliper
Seat Height838 mm (33.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall Length2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Overall Width950 mm (37.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsEmerald Blazed Green/Metallic Diablo Black/Metallic Flat Spark Black, Pearl Storm Gray/Metallic Diablo Black/Metallic Flat Spark Black
Notes
Small windscreen. Smartphone connectivity. Sport, road, rain riding modes.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
