Kawasaki Versys 650 Fuel Capacity (5.55 gal / 21 L)

Quick answer

Across 10 covered model years from 2012 to 2025, the Kawasaki Versys 650 has listed fuel capacities ranging from 5 US gal (18.93 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L), depending on model year.

Fuel capacity5 US gal (18.93 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L)
Listed consumption4.61 L/100 km (51 mpg US / 21.7 km/L)
Est. full-tank range283 miles (456 km)
Model years covered
2012201520162017202020212022202320242025

Kawasaki Versys 650 fuel tank overview

PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY

Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki Versys 650 sits around a large tank based on its listed capacity. Using the supplied fuel-consumption figures, the mathematical full-tank range works out to about 283 miles (456 km).

Large Tank

Fuel-tank size comparison

The representative 5.55 US gal (21 L) tank is larger than the median among the 388 Kawasaki motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.15 US gal (15.71 L).

Kawasaki motorcycles

Smaller tanksTypicalLarger tanks
9th percentile
Smallest: 0.53 US gal (2 L)Median: 4.15 US gal (15.71 L)Largest: 7.53 US gal (28.5 L)

Fuel capacity across model years

This shows the smallest and largest supplied tank capacities for this model.

2.1 L spread

Smallest supplied5 US gal (18.93 L)
Largest supplied5.55 US gal (21 L)
Difference10.9%

Kawasaki Versys 650 fuel & related specs

Model years covered 2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Fuel capacity 5 US gal (18.93 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L)
Listed fuel consumption 4.61 L/100 km (51 mpg US / 21.7 km/L)
Engine displacement 649 cc
Wet / running weight 454.2 lb (206 kg) to 478.4 lb (217 kg)
Dry weight 476.4 lb (216.1 kg) to 482.8 lb (219 kg)

Kawasaki Versys 650 fuel capacity by year

A dash means the relevant figure was not supplied for that model year.

Year Fuel capacity Reserve Listed consumption Est. full-tank range
2012 5 US gal (18.93 L)
2015 5.55 US gal (21 L)
2016 5.55 US gal (21 L)
2017 5.55 US gal (21 L)
2020 5.55 US gal (21 L)
2021 5.55 US gal (21 L)
2022 5.55 US gal (21 L)
2023 5.55 US gal (21 L) 4.61 L/100 km (51 mpg US / 21.7 km/L) 283 miles (456 km)

Fuel capacity changes by model year

Grouped values below show where supplied tank, reserve, consumption or calculated-range figures differ across the covered years.

Fuel capacity
20125 US gal (18.93 L)
2015-20235.55 US gal (21 L)

Useful fuel calculations

These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.

Approx. fuel weight with a full tank 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) to 34.5 lb (15.6 kg)
Estimated full-tank range 283 miles (456 km)

What the fuel numbers tell you

Tank size is not identical across all supplied years: capacity runs from 5 US gal (18.93 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L).
Estimated range is calculated from the listed fuel-consumption figure and total tank capacity for the same model year. It is not a guaranteed real-world riding range.
A full tank of gasoline adds roughly 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) to 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) of fuel mass using an estimate of 0.745 kg per litre.
The representative 5.55 US gal (21 L) tank is larger than the median among the 388 Kawasaki motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.15 US gal (15.71 L).

Kawasaki Versys 650 fuel capacity FAQ

How big is the Kawasaki Versys 650 fuel tank?

The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 5 US gal (18.93 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L).

Did the Kawasaki Versys 650 fuel capacity change by year?

Yes. Across the supplied comparable years, listed capacity ranges from 5 US gal (18.93 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L). Check the year table for the exact model year.

What fuel consumption is listed for the Kawasaki Versys 650?

The supplied figures range from 4.61 L/100 km (51 mpg US / 21.7 km/L), depending on model year.

How far can the Kawasaki Versys 650 go on a full tank?

Using the listed tank capacity and listed consumption from the same model-year rows gives an estimated full-tank range of 283 miles (456 km). Real-world range can be lower or higher.

How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki Versys 650?

Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) to 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) of fuel.

What engine size does the Kawasaki Versys 650 have?

The supplied displacement figures span 649 cc across the model years covered.

Is fuel capacity the same as usable riding fuel?

Not necessarily. Published tank capacity is a nominal total capacity. Real usable fuel can vary slightly with filling method, bike angle, tank design and when the low-fuel or reserve system is triggered.

Fuel-capacity & range note

Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market and equipment. Fuel capacity is a nominal published figure, while calculated fuel weight and range figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Real-world fuel economy and range vary with speed, riding style, load, weather, terrain, tune and fuel level. Confirm critical specifications in the owner’s manual or on the official Kawasaki website.