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Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 specs

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Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
Kawasaki
Model
Versys 1000
Year
2012
Category
Sport touring

Performance and Speed

Power to Weight Ratio
0.4870 HP/kg
Torque
102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 10400

Dimensions and Weight

Dry Weight
239.0 kg / 526.9 pounds
Ground Clearance
155 mm / 6.1 inches
Overall Height
1,405 mm / 55.3 inches
Overall Length
2,235 mm / 88.0 inches
Overall Width
900 mm / 35.4 inches
Kerb Weight
292.1 kg / 643.9 pounds
Wheelbase
1,520 mm / 59.8 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke
77.0 x 56.0 mm / 3.0 x 2.2 inches
Engine Capacity
1043.00 cc / 63.64 cubic inches
Compression
10.3:1
Engine Type
In-line four, four-stroke
Ignition
Digital
Starter
Electric
Valves / Cylinder
4

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain
Clutch
Wet mDouble disk, manual
Drive line
Sealed chain
Lubrication System
Forced lubrication, wet sump

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Injection
Fuel Control
DOHC
Fuel Capacity
21.00 litres / 5.55 gallons

Suspension

Front Suspension
43 mm inverted fork with stepless
Rear Suspension
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged,

Tires and Rims

Front Tire
25/8-12
Front Tire Dimensions
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire
25/10-12
Rear Tire Dimensions
180/55-ZR17

Brakes

Front Brakes
Double disc
Rear Brakes
Single disc

Instrumentation and Lighting

Lighting
30W x 2 halogen

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Factory Warranty
12 Months
Colour Options
Realtree APG HD camouflage

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