2010 Kawasaki Versys motorcycle photos and specifications

2010 Kawasaki Versys photo: Note the strange headlight design

Most of the changes seem to consist of visual differences from the 2009 model.  For example, you have a new fender, silencer, engine and radiator covers.  But, the most important visual difference when you look at the new 2010 Versys is the new headlight that may not be to everyone’s taste.  Some work has been done by Kawasaki on reducing the vibrations, but the engine is the same 649 cc unit as we had on the earlier Versys.
The dual purpose motorcycle also offers a few new colour options.

Photo: 2010 Kawasaki Versys. Not very different, but still better.

As normal after the launch of every new motorcycle, Kawasaki has sent out its normal PR spiel over these seemingly minor changes.  But one should not be too judgemental – why mess with a good package much, anyway? Kawasaki says that the 2010 Versys motorcycle builds on the strength of predecessor, with updated styling and the reasonably large number of upgrades, all of which together are a better than what they individually seem like.  The new windscreen on the 2010 Kawasaki Versys is adjustable, and changes to the suspension make the ride a lot better than what it was, according to the company.  The design of the rear view mirrors is different now, and there are a few new accessories such as heated grips and handguards for the Versys rider.  Overall, the motorcycle seems to be sleeker and slimmer.

2010 Kawasaki Versys Price:

There is no information on the price of the motorcycle in Europe or United States as of now.

2010 Kawasaki Versys motorcycle specifications

Displacement: 649cc
Bore x Stroke: 83.0 x 60.0mm
Compression Ratio: 10.6:1
Cooling: Liquid
Fuel System: Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies
Ignition: Digital CDI
Transmission: Six-speed
Final Drive: O-Ring chain
Frame: Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake / Trail: 25 degrees / 4.3 in.
Wheelbase: 55.7 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel: 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork with stepless adjustable rebound and preload / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel: Single offset laydown shock with 13-position adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 5.7 in.
Front Tire: 120/70×17
Rear Tire: 160/60×17
Front Brake: Dual 300mm petal discs with two-piston caliper
Rear Brake: Single 220mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
Overall Length: 83.7 in.
Overall Width: 33.1 in.
Overall Height: 51.8 in.
Seat Height: 33.1 in.
Curb Weight: 454.1 lbs.
Fuel Capacity: 5.0 gal.
Colors: Metallic Spark Black
MSRP: $7,599
Warranty:  12 months