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Versys - New for '08 The new 2008 Kawasaki Versys™ is a machine which occupies a hard to define sweet spot in the motorcycling universe. Is it a practical commuter? Long-legged urban assault vehicle? Sportbike? Light Tourer? The answer on all counts is a resounding Yes! This isn’t a niche specialist but rather a jack-of-all-trades with user-friendly versatility as one of its many charms. |
| MSRP* | $6,899 |
| Engine Type | Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-valve per cylinder, parallel twin |
| Displacement | 649cc |
| Bore & Stroke | 83.0 x 60.0mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 |
| Maximum Torque | 44.9 lb/ft @6,800 rpm |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Fuel Injection | Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies |
| Ignition | Digital CDI |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | O-Ring Chain |
| Frame | Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel |
| Rake/Trail | 25 degrees / 4.3 inches |
| Front Tire Size | 120/70-17 |
| Rear Tire Size | 160/60-17 |
| Wheelbase | 55.7 |
| Front Suspension / wheel travel | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork with adjustable rebound and preload / 5.9 inches |
| Rear Suspension / wheel travel | Single offset laydown shock with adjustable rebound and spring preload / 5.7 inches |
| Front Brake Type | Dual 300mm petal discs with two-piston caliper |
| Rear Brake Type | Single 220mm petal disc with single-piston caliper |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.0 gallons |
| Seat Height | 33.1 inches |
| Dry Weight | 399 pounds |
| Overall Length | 83.7 inches |
| Overall Width | 33.1 inches |
| Overall Height | 51.8 inches |
| Color | Passion Red |
Specifications subject to change.
* Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) shown do not include
freight/destination or other dealer charges.
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