Positioned in Kawasaki's touring motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Grand Tourer utilizes a 1043 cc (63.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 102 Nm (75.2 lb-ft) at 10,400 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.
On the scales, the Versys 1000 Grand Tourer measures 239 kg (527 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 845 mm (33.3 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 supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2012 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
845 mm (33.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1043.0 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Torque102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 10400 RPM
Compression10.3:1
Bore x Stroke77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionDigital
LubricationForced lubrication, wet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual
DrivelineSealed chain
Chassis
Rake25.0°
Trail108 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension43 mm inverted fork with stepless rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionHorizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and remote spring preload adjustability
Rear Travel145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground Clearance155 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre160/60-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Semi-floating petal discs
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Petal disc
Rear Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.239.0 kg (526.9 pounds)
Seat Height845 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
