Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
Standard
₱959,000
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Kymco AK550
Kymco AK550
Standard
₱519,000
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs Kymco AK550 Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE and Kymco AK550, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE priced at ₱959,000, while Kymco AK550 is priced at ₱519,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE houses 1043 engine whereas Kymco AK550 engine displacement stands at 550.4.

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Overview: Versys 1000 SE vs AK550

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Front Brake Dual Disc Disc
Ground Clearance 150 mm -
Displacement 1043 cc 550.4 cc
Maximum Power 118.27 hp 52.96 hp
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.57/5
21 reviews
4.09/5
11 reviews
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User Review Comparison
  • Comes with a rare four-cylinder engine

    In a sea of occasional triple and twins, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE has stood out as a rare four-cylinder engine packed very well in a tall...

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    Pocholo Oct 07, 2025 for Kawasaki Versys 1000
  • Rivals bikes twice the price

    After spending 12 months with the Kymco AK550, I have found it to be worth every penny. I have had many premium bikes, but for city riding, it's hard...

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    Chris Dec 02, 2025 for Kymco AK550

From The Experts

Things we like

Sharp looks

Deliberate viewpoint

Standard riding quality

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Sporty Power cruiser scooter

Advanced features

Agile handler

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Things we don't like

Not an off-road bike

Lack of electronics in comparison to its competitors 

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Fit and finish could be improved

Underseat storage could be bigger

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1043 cc 550.4 cc
Maximum Power 118.27 hp 52.96 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 21 L 15.0 L
Clutch Type Wet Multiple Disc --
Engine Type 4-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, 16-Valve, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine 2 Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Engine
Exhaust Pipes 4 in 1 in 2 Exhaust Single Exhaust
Maximum Torque 102 Nm 55 Nm
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Injection Type Fuel Injection --
Compression Ratio 10.3:1 --
Bore X Stroke 77 mm x 56 mm --
No. Of Cylinder 4 2
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Drive Type Chain Drive Belt Drive
Fuel Consumption 14 kmpl 21.7 kmpl
RPM at Maximum Power 9000 rpm 7500 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque 7500 rpm 5750 rpm
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Dimension

Category Super Sport Scooter
Width 955 mm 795 mm
Height 1490 mm 1400 mm
Length 2270 mm 2165 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Seat Height 840 mm --
Wheel Base 1520 mm 1580 mm
Kerb Weight 253 kg --
Ground Clearance 150 mm --
Dry Weight -- 230 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V --
Range Highway -- No
Battery Capacity -- 12 V
Charger Type -- LED

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Inverted Fork USD Fork
Rear Suspension Horizontal Back-Link Unit Swing

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 180/55 ZR17 160/60 R15
Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 R15
Front Wheel Size R17 R15
Rear Wheel Size R17 R15
Tyre Type Runflat, Tubel Rad

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual CVT
Gear Box 6-Speed Variable Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No --
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Riding Modes Race Race Road Road
Back Rest No No
Launch Control No No
Leg Guards No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control No No
Engine Immobilizer No No
Anti-Theft Alarm No No
Central Locking No --
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Stability Control -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Display Screen Yes Yes
Tachometer Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator No --
Navigator No --
Oil Change Indicator -- Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Chrome Garnish Yes No
Side Wings Yes Yes
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped

Electrical

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Indicator Light Yes --
Head Lamp LED LED Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED --
Accessory Outlet No Yes

Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Disc Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No --
Cruise Control No No
Additional Features Smartphone Connectivity Smartphone Connectivity --

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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs Kymco AK550 FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs Kymco AK550?

Versys 1000 SE is priced at ₱959,000 and AK550 is priced at ₱519,000. Hence AK550 is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more power between Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs Kymco AK550?

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE has power of 118.27 hp with 102 Nm torque and Kymco AK550 has power of 52.96 hp with 55 Nm torque. Thus making Versys 1000 SE the more powerful as compared to AK550.

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs Kymco AK550?

Versys 1000 SE safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors and Engine Check Warning

AK550 safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors and Engine Check Warning

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE and Kymco AK550 both have same Safety Features.

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