The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE LT Plus motorcycle specifications include a 1,043 cc (63.64 cu in) engine, power of 120 hp (87.6 kW) @ 9,000 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 257.1 kg (566.7 lb).
Key specifications
The 2019 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE LT Plus compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.
About 62% higher than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 83rd percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 52% higher than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 84th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 24% heavier than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 78th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 5% taller than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 80th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 36% larger than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 86th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Dimensions compared with Kawasaki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Kawasaki models where that dimension is available.
2,271
2,122
7% above average.
950
833
14% above average.
1,491
1,175
27% above average.
1,519
1,441
5% above average.
841
801
5% above average.
150
187
20% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-17 |
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| Rear tire size | 180/55-17 |
| Front tire width | 120 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 70% |
| Front rim diameter | 17 in |
| Rear tire width | 180 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 55% |
| Rear rim diameter | 17 in |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.467 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 466.7 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 115.1 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.38:1 (Oversquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,043 cc (63.64 cu in) |
| Power | 120 hp (87.6 kW) @ 9,000 rpm |
| Torque | 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 77.0 x 56 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 10.3:1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI® with 38mm Keihin throttle bodies (4) and oval sub-throttles |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Twin-spar aluminum |
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| Front suspension | KECS 43mm inverted front fork with adjustable rebound and preload |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal back-link shock with adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload, remote preload adjuster |
| Front wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rake | 27.0° |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. |
| Front tire | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 257.1 kg (566.7 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 841 mm (33.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,271 mm (89.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 950 mm (37.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,491 mm (58.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,519 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 20.82 L (5.50 US gal) |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Metallic Flat Spark Black/Pearl Flat Stardust White |
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| Factory warranty | 24 Month Limited Warranty |
| Price as new | US$ 17999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Windscreen. |
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