2020 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS/LT

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2020 Kawasaki Versys 650 (Kawasaki/)

The versatile Versys. Nimble enough to take on commanding twisties, yet comfortable to take on the tour and potentially some gravel roads, the Versys 650 is a sport-touring machine that can clock in many a mile and allow the rider to do so in upright riding position comfort. A three-way-adjustable windscreen accommodates a variety of rider heights, and a slew of accessories allow the machine to be tailored to different preferences. Powered by a compact 649cc parallel-twin engine, the Versys 650 and Versys 650 LT, the bag/bar guard-equipped twin, deliver a claimed 47 pound-feet of torque at 7,000 rpm.

2020 Kawasaki Versys 650 (Kawasaki/)

2020 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS/LT Reviews, Comparisons, And Competition

In 2018, we touted this as the minimalist’s adventure bike because while its 17-inch wheels/tires and low-slung exhaust deem it more appropriate for the street, its relatively narrow engine design and upright riding position make it appropriate for the gravel road as well.

Comparable adventure-tourers could be found in the BMW F 750 GS, Honda NC750X DCT ABS, and Suzuki V-Strom 650.

Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS/LT Updates For 2020

Nothing new was highlighted for the 2020 models. Two variants of the Versys 650 include the ABS and LT versions. The LT being the more touring-ready of the two comes with 28-liter saddlebags and hand guards. It comes in at an MSRP of $9,199 in comparison to the $8,299 ABS version. Both models come in a single colorway: Pearl Blizzard White/Metallic Carbon Gray.

2020 Kawasaki Versys 650 (Kawasaki/)

2020 Kawasaki Versys 650 ABS/LT Claimed Specifications

Price:	$8,299 (ABS)/$9,199 (LT)
Engine:	Liquid-cooled DOHC parallel twin
Displacement:	649cc
Bore x Stroke:	83.0 x 60.0mm
Horsepower:	N/A
Torque:	47.0 lb-ft @ 7,000 rpm
Transmission:	6-speed
Final Drive:	Chain
Seat Height:	33.1 in.
Rake:	25.0°
Trail:	4.3 in.
Front Suspension:	41mm telescopic fork, preload and rebound adjustable; 5.9-in. travel
Rear Suspension:	Preload and rebound adjustable; 5.7-in. travel
Front Tire:	120/70-17
Rear Tire:	160/60-17
Wheelbase:	55.7 in.
Fuel Capacity:	5.5 gal.
Wet Weight:	476 lb. (ABS)/496 lb. (LT)

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[Pedro]

27 minutes ago, CW66 said:

In 2018, we touted this as the minimalist’s adventure bike because while its 17-inch wheels/tires and low-slung exhaust deem it more appropriate for the street, its relatively narrow engine design and upright riding position make it appropriate for the gravel road as well.

If you bring knee sliders it'll make it appropriate for racing in Supersport, and if you fit number plates and knobby tires it'll then make it also appropriate for Motocross, basically it's the most versatile motorcycle ever.