Kawasaki India recently introduced the updated Versys 650 in the country. The 2022 Kawasaki Versys 650 has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 7.36 lakh, ex-showroom. This middle-weight sports tourer gets a host of cosmetic updates, new features, and some electronic aids. Here’s how the new Kawasaki Versys 650 fares against its arch-rivals, namely the Triumph Tiger Sport 660 and the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT.
Versys 650 vs Tiger Sport 660 vs V-Strom 650 XT: Engine Specs
| Specification | Versys 650 | Tiger Sport 660 | V-Strom 650 XT |
| Engine | 649cc parallel-twin | 660cc, inline-3 cylinder | 645cc V-Twin |
| Power | 65 bhp | 80 bhp | 70 bhp |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 64 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed | 6-speed |
The new Kawasaki Versys 650 is powered by a 649cc parallel-twin engine that churns out 65 bhp and 61 Nm of peak torque. Triumph’s Tiger Sport 660 gets a 660cc inline-3 cylinder engine that develops 80 bhp & 64 Nm while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT features a 645cc V-Twin motor that’s good for 70 bhp & 62 Nm. All of them are paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Versys 650 vs Tiger Sport 660 vs V-Strom 650 XT: Dimensions
| Dimensions | Versys 650 | Tiger Sport 660 | V-Strom 650 XT |
| Length | 2165 mm | 2071 mm | 2275 mm |
| Width | 840 mm | 834 mm | 910 mm |
| Height | 1400 mm | 1398 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1415 mm | 1418 mm | 1560 mm |
| Seat Height | 840 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 179 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 219 kg | 206 kg | 216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 litres | 17.2 litres | 20 litres |
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Versys 650 vs Tiger Sport 660 vs V-Strom 650 XT: Cycle Parts
For suspension duties, while the Versys 650 and the Tiger Sport 660 get USD forks at the front, the V-Strom 650 XT features conventional telescopic forks. At the rear, all of these motorcycles get a mono-shock absorber. Moreover, the braking duties are performed by dual disc brakes at the front and all three of them get a single disc at the rear with dual-channel ABS as standard.
Versys 650 vs Tiger Sport 660 vs V-Strom 650 XT: Price in India
| Make & Model | Versys 650 | Tiger Sport 660 | V-Strom 650 XT |
| Starting Price (ex-showroom) | Rs 7.36 lakh | Rs 8.95 lakh | Rs 8.85 lakh |
The 2022 Kawasaki Versys 650 has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 7.36 lakh, ex-showroom. The price of the Triumph Tiger Sport 660 starts at Rs 8.95 lakh while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT retails from Rs 8.85 lakh, all prices ex-showroom Delhi. Which middle-weight sports touring motorcycle will be your pick? Do let us know in the comments section below!
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