New 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000

One mainstay in grade Dual Purpose Kawasaki Versys is 650. Well, now this 650 cc bikehad a sister that is Versys 1000. More gambot engine capacity, the design is also morerobust.

Uniquely, this motor uses the same platform with the Kawasaki Z1000 and Z1000SX. The engine using a 1043 cc four-cylinder in line. But of course, Kawasaki has done a series of changes according to the allotment of this bike.

Compression of space in 1000 Versys made ​​lower, than 11,8:1 so 10,3:1. Camshaftprofile was also changed, his character made ​​under the stern round, unlike the Z1000which was delicious at high rpm.

On the motor-gear ratio is also improved, giving Kawasaki gear 1 and 2 is shorter so that more aggressive. Longer teeth are being made ​​so that the fuel consumption when runningconstant can be more efficient.

Interestingly, this bike has two modes choice for power. Full and low power mode. Inconditions of low power only 75 percent of the energy is distributed, the result is moresubtle and more easily controlled. In addition, also equipped with KTRC (KawasakiTraction Control).

Turning to the design, though he looks larger than the Z1000, but the Versys 1000 is onlyjust a few pounds heavier. Body shape typical cruiser, Yamaha Super Tenere so remember it!

Half-fairing with high windshield and headlights are large. Low and wide seat offerscomfort, knowing this bike is intended for those who like to walk a long way. Body stiff ifbaseball can cozy.

In the UK variant is released 9499 Pounds