Kawasaki VERSYS 650 TOURER
- Production years
- 2015–2026
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Versys 650 LT (2015-2021)
Selected year: 2026
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 649 cm³
- Power
- 66 hp (49 kW) at 8,500 rpm
- Wet weight
- 219 kg
- Seat height
- 846 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki VERSYS 650 TOURER is an adventure motorcycle produced from 2015 through 2026. For 2026, its 649.0 cm³ four-stroke parallel twin makes 66 hp (49 kW) and 61.0 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm; wet weight is 219.0 kg.
The 846 mm seat height may make stops less comfortable for shorter riders, while adjustable front rebound and preload plus remote rear preload let you tune the suspension for your load and preferred feel. ABS works at both ends, and the 20.80-liter tank gives a calculated range of about 462 km; the chain final drive needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 83.0 x 60.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 649 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- Digital
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Fuel consumption
- 4.5 L/100 km
- Power
- 66 hp (49 kW) at 8,500 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.3277 HP/kg (dry)
- Torque
- 61 Nm at 7,000 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Carrying capacity
- Panniers
- Dry weight
- 201.4 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.8 L
- Ground clearance
- 170 mm
- Overall height
- 1,359 mm
- Overall length
- 2,164 mm
- Overall width
- 841 mm
- Seat height
- 846 mm
- Wet weight
- 219 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,415 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Tubular diamond, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork with stepless adjustable rebound and preload / 5.9 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rake
- 25.0°
- Rear suspension
- Single offset laydown shock with remote adjustable spring preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 145 mm
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Petal-style discs.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70 ZR-17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. Petal-style disc.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear tyre
- 160/60 ZR-17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Spark Black Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Spark Black Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Spark Black Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Spark Black Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Spark Black
Model years
2021
Power: 69 hp (51 kW) → 67 hp (50 kW); Seat height: 846 mm → 840 mm; Fuel capacity: 18.9 L → 21 L
2022
Power: 67 hp (50 kW) → 67 hp (50 kW); Seat height: 840 mm → 845 mm
2025
Torque: 60.8 Nm → 61 Nm
2026
Power: 67 hp (50 kW) → 66 hp (49 kW); Wet weight: 217 kg → 219 kg; Seat height: 845 mm → 846 mm; Fuel capacity: 21 L → 20.8 L
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ |
| Power | 67 hp (50 kW) | 67 hp (50 kW) | 67 hp (50 kW) | 67 hp (50 kW) | 67 hp (50 kW) | 66 hp (49 kW) |
| Torque | — | 60.8 Nm | 60.8 Nm | 60.8 Nm | 61 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Wet weight | 217 kg | 217 kg | 217 kg | 217 kg | 217 kg | 219 kg |
| Seat height | 840 mm | 845 mm | 845 mm | 845 mm | 845 mm | 846 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L | 21 L | 20.8 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Adjustable suspension
Stepless front rebound and preload adjustment, along with remote rear spring preload, provide ways to adapt the suspension to different loads and road conditions.
ABS at both wheels
ABS on the dual front discs and rear disc helps limit wheel lockup during hard braking.
Extended tank range
The 20.80-liter tank provides a calculated range of about 462 km on a full fill.
Things to consider
High seat
At 846 mm, the seat may make it harder for shorter riders to plant their feet securely at a stop.
Chain upkeep
The chain final drive requires regular cleaning and adjustment.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Balls of both feet likely down
You should reach on both sides, but probably not with your heels fully down.
Seat height
846 mm
Approx. loaded height
816 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 20.8 L at 4.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
462 km
With 10% reserve
416 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What engine does the 2026 Kawasaki VERSYS 650 TOURER have?
It has a 649.0 cm³ four-stroke parallel twin producing 66 hp (49 kW) and 61.0 Nm at 7,000 rpm.
How far can the VERSYS 650 TOURER go on a full tank?
Its 20.80-liter tank has a calculated full-tank range of about 462 km.
What is the seat height of the 2026 VERSYS 650 TOURER?
The seat height is 846 mm.
Does the 2026 VERSYS 650 TOURER have ABS?
Yes, ABS is fitted to both the front and rear brakes.
