Motorcycle specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 Grand Tourer 2022 A schooner on the ocean

The 650 Versys has been renewed, but without major transformation. Its face has been adapted to the Kawasaki family doctrine, its electronics have been strengthened and the engine has been badged to the new standards. Apart from that, you'll find everything that makes the Versys such a joy to ride and such a versatile machine, as well as its packs, which have been renewed to target specific uses.

If you're looking for a touring bike, there's no need to look for vitam aeternam. Just look at what the Grand Tourer version has to offer. Quite simply, Kawa installs half the technical accessories. To transform it into a mid-size, heavy-duty trail-GT. A mix of GTR, KLX and Z.

Want to bring along some gear? No problem. There's plenty of room for cargo, with the exception of the mother-in-law. The Versys 650 Grand Tourer accommodates 28-liter suitcases on its hips. Inner bags are also supplied, for even greater protection and to gauge the size of the luggage to be carried. At the stern, a generous 47-liter top-case provides plenty of room for plenty of things. In all, 103 liters are available in the bodies - just 10 L less than a BMW K 1600 GTL.

Is it loaded? Let's roll. Protection goes up a notch with a higher bubble and a pair of handguards. And because you want to ride a touring bike far and wide, this Versys thinks about the night and the weather with additional LED headlights, as well as far-flung destinations with GPS support and a 12V socket to power it. The fuel tank is also protected with a gel sticker. A USB socket and a few other optional extras are available - but, alas, no center stand.

equipped in this way , the Versys takes on a whole new dimension, and would gladly pass for a motorcycle in a higher category. Its new 4.3-inch TFT color display and the arrival of traction control make it even more attractive than the previous generation. But you can't expect it to have the power and drive of a big GT. Its 649 cm3 twin-cylinder engine develops 67 hp and 6.2 mkg. It's enough to make the ride light-hearted, not fiery - especially if the bike is loaded with a full crew and full chocks.

A trail-GT, the bike has the look, the desire and almost the price. With the Grand Tourer package, the price rises to over 11,000 euros.

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