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Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer

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    The Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer is a touring motorcycle that boasts a 1043.0 ccm in-line four, four-stroke engine capable of producing 120.0 HP (87.6 kW)) @ 9000 RPM and 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM. With a 10.3:1 compression ratio and a 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) bore and stroke, this bike is equipped with injection Ø 38 mm x 4 (Keihin) with oval sub-throttles and double overhead cams/twin cam (DOHC). The Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer also features a digital display, forced lubrication, wet sump, and liquid cooling system, as well as a 6-speed transmission and chain (final drive). The bike’s chassis is made up of a twin-tube, aluminum frame with a 27.0° rake angle and 106 mm (4.2 inches) trail, and a 43 mm inverted fork with stepless rebound damping (right side) and spring preload adjustability. The rear suspension is a horizontal back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and remote spring preload adjustability, and the bike rides on 120/70-ZR17 front and 180/55-ZR17 rear tires. Braking is handled by dual disc ABS petal discs with dual opposed 4-piston calipers up front and a single disc ABS petal disc with a single-piston caliper in the rear. The Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer weighs in at 253.0 kg (557.8 pounds) and has a seat height of 840 mm (33.1 inches) at its lowest setting. It measures 1490 mm (58.7 inches) in height, 2270 mm (89.4 inches) in length, and 950 mm (37.4 inches) in width, with a ground clearance of 150 mm (5.9 inches) and a wheelbase of 1520 mm (59.8 inches). The bike also features a 21.00 litre (5.55 US gallons) fuel tank and comes in a Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Spark Black color scheme. Additional features of the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer include Kawasaki’s Electronic Control Suspension (KECS), traction control, electronic cruise control, an adjustable windscreen, heated grips, twin LED headlamps, and panniers. With its impressive specs and features, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 Tourer is a great choice for those seeking adventure on the open road.