Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
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₱9.559 Million
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
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₱1.39 Million
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE priced at ₱9.559 Million, while KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is priced at ₱1.39 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE houses 1043 engine whereas KTM 1290 Super Adventure S engine displacement stands at 1301.

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Overview: Versys 1000 SE vs 1290 Super Adventure S

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc
Ground Clearance 150 mm 220 mm
Displacement 1043 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 118.27 hp 158.2 hp
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.59/5
17 reviews
4.79/5
14 reviews
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  • Exceptional comfort, ordinary design

    Riding bikes for me is a blend of logic and emotions. When I saw the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE for the first time it did not impress me with its...

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    J
    Joseph Mar 04, 2024 for Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
  • Trailblazing adventure on and off the roads

    From the moment I hopped on the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, it felt like diving into an adventure right away. Those sleek aluminum handlebars offer...

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    G
    Gonzalo Jan 05, 2024 for KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

From The Experts

Things we like

Sharp looks

Deliberate viewpoint

Standard riding quality

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Well-balanced road-based adventure bike

Exceptional performance 

Unmatched off-roading capabilities 

Superior comfort

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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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No leg guards 

No navigator

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1043 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 118.27 hp 158.2 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 21 L 23.0 L
Bore X Stroke 77 mm x 56 mm 108 mm x 71 mm
Compression Ratio 10.3:1 13.1:1
Clutch Type Wet Multiple Disc Wet, Multi-Plate
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 4 2
Engine Type 4-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, 16-Valve, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine Two Cylinders V-Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Maximum Torque 102 Nm 140 Nm
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Exhaust Pipes 4 in 1 in 2 Exhaust Single Exhaust
RPM at Maximum Torque 7500 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Power 9000 rpm --
Lubrication System -- Forced Oil
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Dimension

Category Super Sport Adventure Touring
Seating Capacity 2 2
Length 2270 mm --
Kerb Weight 253 kg --
Height 1490 mm --
Wheel Base 1520 mm 1560 mm
Width 955 mm --
Seat Height 840 mm 860 mm
Ground Clearance 150 mm 220 mm
Dry Weight -- 215 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Ignition System -- Twin Ignition
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Type Runflat, Tubeless Runflat, Tubeless
Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 ZR19
Rear Tyre 180/55 ZR17 170/60 ZR17
Front Wheel Size R17 R19
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Inverted Fork WP USD
Rear Suspension Horizontal Back-Link WP MoNoshock
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 200 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 200 mm

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Riding Modes Race Race Comfort, Street, Sport, Offroad Comfort, Street, Sport, Offroad
Traction Control No Yes
Back Rest No No
Shutter Lock No No
Engine Immobilizer No Yes
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm No No
Launch Control No No
Central Locking No No
Leg Guards No No
Advanced Safety Features -- Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation
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Console

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

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

Chassis & Suspension

Chrome Garnish Yes No
Side Wings Yes No
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type -- Chrome Molybdenum Chrome Molybdenum
Body Frame Material -- Steel Steel

Brake

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

Differentiating Features

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

Videos of Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?

Versys 1000 SE is priced at ₱9.559 Million and 1290 Super Adventure S is priced at ₱1.39 Million. Hence 1290 Super Adventure S is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has more power between Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE has power of 118.27 hp with 102 Nm torque and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has power of 158.2 hp with 140 Nm torque. Thus making 1290 Super Adventure S the more powerful as compared to Versys 1000 SE.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Versys 1000 SE vs 1290 Super Adventure S?

The Versys 1000 SE comes with a ground clearance of 150 mm , on the other hand the 1290 Super Adventure S comes with a ground clearance of 220 mm , hence the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities..

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?

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

1290 Super Adventure S safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Engine Check Warning, Engine Immobilizer, Side Reflectors and Traction Control

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has higher number of sefety features than Versys 1000 SE, hence KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is more safer than Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE.

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