Built around Kawasaki's touring motorcycle platform, the 2007 Kawasaki Versys ABS utilizes a 649 cc (39.6 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 63 HP (46 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 61 Nm (45 lb-ft) at 6,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 97.1 HP per liter and a 1,200 rpm working window between peak torque (6,800 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Versys ABS measures 181 kg (399 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.35 HP/kg (2.87 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,415 mm (55.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2007 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
97.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.35 HP/kg (2.87 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,800–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
840 mm (33.1 in)
Engine
Displacement649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Power63.0 HP (46.0 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque61.0 Nm (6.2 kgf-m or 45.0 ft.lbs) @ 6800 RPM
Compression10.6:1
Bore x Stroke83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Fuel injection: ø38 mm x 2 (Keihin)
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Chassis
Frame TypeDiamond, high-tensile steel
Rake25.0°
Trail108 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension41 mm inverted telescopic fork with stepless (right-side) adjustable rebound damping and adjustable preload
Front Travel41 mm (1.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionOffset laydown single-shock with 13-way adjustable rebound damping and 7-way adjustable preload
Wheelbase1415 mm (55.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre160/60-17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single 220 mm petal disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight181.0 kg (399.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3482 HP/kg
Seat Height840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1315 mm (51.8 inches)
Overall Length2125 mm (83.7 inches)
Overall Width840 mm (33.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsEbony, Atomic Silver, Candy Burnt Orange
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Transmission
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