2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Launched in India at Rs 12.19 Lakh

Kawasaki Motors has launched the updated 2023 Versys 1000 in the Indian market. The latest version of the bike is priced at Rs 12.19 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes it slightly more expensive than the outgoing model. The new motorcycle has not received any significant updates but only a DC socket as standard, which was earlier sold as an accessory. In terms of design, the litre-class adventure tourer looks the same as the 2022 model. The updated bike comes in a single variant and is offered in only dual-tone Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Grey with Metallic Spark Black. At a price of Rs 12.19 lakh (ex-showroom), the 2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000 rivals the Triumph Tiger 850 Sport and the BMW F900XR.  

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2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000: Exterior Styling & Features

The 2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000 gets a step-up seat design, a twin-pod headlight, a fairing with integrated cornering lights, an adjustable windscreen, a luggage rack at the rear, and a side-slung exhaust. 

As for its features, there is an all-LED lighting, a semi-digital instrument cluster with an analogue-style tachometer, a multi-function TFT-coloured LCD screen, a Bosch IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), which controls Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, an anti-lock braking system, a traction control system, electronic cruise control, assist and slipper clutch, smartphone connectivity, and so on.

2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000: Powertrain 

The engine on the 2023 adventure-style Versys 1000 is unchanged. The motorcycle is powered by a 1,043cc inline 4-cylinder engine, which offers a power output of 118bhp at 9,000rpm and a peak torque of 102Nm at 7,500rpm. Power transmission duties are carried out by a 6-speed gearbox, which features a slipper-and-assist clutch mechanism.   

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2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000: Hardware Components

Even the equipment on the new Versys 1000 motorcycle remains the same. The suspension setup continues to feature 43mm upside-down front forks and a mono-shock at the rear. For braking duties, the bike has a dual 310mm disc brake setup with 4-piston callipers at the front. The rear end gets a single 250mm disc brake with a single-piston calliper. The updated Versys 1000 is available with 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 120/70 front and 180/55 rear tyres.