Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer Fuel Capacity (5.55 gal / 21 L)

Quick answer

Across 4 covered model years from 2015 to 2023, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer has a listed fuel capacity of 5.55 US gal (21 L).

Fuel capacity5.55 US gal (21 L)
Listed consumption5.5 L/100 km (42.8 mpg US / 18.2 km/L) to 5.7 L/100 km (41.3 mpg US / 17.5 km/L)
Est. full-tank range229 miles (368 km) to 237 miles (382 km)
Model years covered
2015202020212023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer fuel tank overview

PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY

Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer 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 229 miles (368 km) to 237 miles (382 km).

Large Tank

Fuel-tank size comparison

The representative 5.55 US gal (21 L) tank is larger than the median among the 36 Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 5.02 US gal (19 L).

Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles

Smaller tanksTypicalLarger tanks
76th percentile
Smallest: 3.43 US gal (13 L)Median: 5.02 US gal (19 L)Largest: 7.53 US gal (28.5 L)

Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer fuel & related specs

Model years covered 2015, 2020, 2021, 2023
Fuel capacity 5.55 US gal (21 L)
Listed fuel consumption 5.5 L/100 km (42.8 mpg US / 18.2 km/L) to 5.7 L/100 km (41.3 mpg US / 17.5 km/L)
Engine displacement 1,043 cc
Wet / running weight 551.2 lb (250 kg) to 566.6 lb (257 kg)

Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer 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
2015 5.55 US gal (21 L)
2020 5.55 US gal (21 L) 5.7 L/100 km (41.3 mpg US / 17.5 km/L) 229 miles (368 km)
2021 5.55 US gal (21 L) 5.7 L/100 km (41.3 mpg US / 17.5 km/L) 229 miles (368 km)
2023 5.55 US gal (21 L) 5.5 L/100 km (42.8 mpg US / 18.2 km/L) 237 miles (382 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 consumption
2020-20215.7 L/100 km (41.3 mpg US / 17.5 km/L)
20235.5 L/100 km (42.8 mpg US / 18.2 km/L)
Estimated full-tank range
2020-2021229 miles (368 km)
2023237 miles (382 km)

Useful fuel calculations

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

Approx. fuel weight with a full tank 34.5 lb (15.6 kg)
Estimated full-tank range 229 miles (368 km) to 237 miles (382 km)

What the fuel numbers tell you

The supplied model-year data lists the Versys 1000 Tourer at 5.55 US gal (21 L) across all years with a usable capacity figure.
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 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 36 Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 5.02 US gal (19 L).

Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer fuel capacity FAQ

How big is the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer fuel tank?

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

Did the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer fuel capacity change by year?

No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 5.55 US gal (21 L).

What fuel consumption is listed for the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer?

The supplied figures range from 5.5 L/100 km (42.8 mpg US / 18.2 km/L) to 5.7 L/100 km (41.3 mpg US / 17.5 km/L), depending on model year.

How far can the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer 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 229 miles (368 km) to 237 miles (382 km). Real-world range can be lower or higher.

How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer?

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

What engine size does the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer have?

The supplied displacement figures span 1,043 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.