2010 Kawasaki Versys Unique Combination of Utility, Versatility, Affordability and Just Plain Fun

 

What’s New for 2010:

• A new fairing, stacked dual headlight, new front fender and mirrors, and a Z1000-style LED tail light, give the Versys a bold new high-tech look

• A larger windscreen provides a larger still-air pocket for increased comfort; three-position adjustability makes it adaptable to fit a variety of riders and climates

• Revised passenger grab rails, new seat cover material, and a little fine-tuning of the passenger seating position make the Versys even more fun for passengers

• Rubber bushings at the rear engine mounts and hollow rubber-covered footpegs result in reduced engine vibration and a more comfortable ride

• Revisions to the muffler, clutch cover, sprocket and alternator covers, radiator shrouds, swingarm pivot covers and rear fender all contribute to the Versys’ bold new high-quality look

Kawasaki Versys. Following its debut just a couple of years ago, the world’s motorcycle press unanimously embraced the Versys’ unique combination of utility, versatility, affordability and just plain fun — and they haven’t stopped singing its praises. Motorcyclist magazine named it “Motorcycle of the Year,” and the Versys made top 10 lists around the world.

Technical data Kawasaki Versys 2010 650cc :

Engine
Four-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC, four-valve per cylinder, parallel twin

Displacement
649 cc

Bore x Stroke
83.0 x 60.0 mm

Compression Ratio
10.6:1

Cooling System
Liquid

Fuel System
Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies

Ignition
Digital CDI

Transmission
6-Speed

Final Drive
O-Ring Chain

Frame Type
Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel

Rake/Trail
25 degrees/4.3 in.

Front Tire Size
120/70-17

Rear Tire Size
160/60-17

Wheelbase
55.7

Front Suspension / Wheel Travel
41mm hydraulic telescopic fork with stepless adjustable rebound and preload / 5.9 in.

Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel
Single offset laydown shock with 13-position adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 5.7 in.

Front Brakes
Dual 300mm petal discs with two-piston caliper

Rear Brakes
Single 220mm petal disc with single-piston caliper

Fuel Capacity
5.0 gal.

Seat Height
33.1

Curb Weight
454.1 lbs.

Overall Length
83.7 in.

Overall Width
33.1 in.

Overall Height
51.8 in.

Color Choices
Metallic Spark Black

Warranty
12 months