| Engine | Kawasaki Versys 650 | Yamaha FZ8-N |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 649 cc | 779 cc |
| Max power | 69 hp (@8 500 RPM) | 106 hp (@10 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 47 lb ft (@7 000 RPM) | 60 lb ft (@8 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 10 000 RPM | 11 500 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-2 | SOHC Inline-4 |
| Compression | 10.80:1 | 12.00:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.18 quart | 2.93 quart |
| Oil type | 10W40 | 10W40 |
| Spark plug type | NGK CR9EIA-9 | NGK CR9E |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 16 |
| Bore | 83.0 mm | 68.0 mm |
| Stroke | 60.0 mm | 53.6 mm |
| Throttle bore | 38.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 6.90 lbs/hp | 4.39 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 362 hp/2500lbs | 569 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 10Ah (10 HR) | YTZ10S, 12V 8.6Ah |
| Gearbox | Kawasaki Versys 650 | Yamaha FZ8-N |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | 520 114 links | |
| Gears count | 6 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 2.095 | 1.512 |
| Final drive | 3.067 | 2.875 |
| 1. gear | 2.438 (47 mph) | 2.692 (73 mph) |
| 2. gear | 1.714 (66 mph) | 2.063 (94 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.333 (85 mph) | 1.762 (111 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.111 (102 mph) | 1.522 (128 mph) |
| 5. gear | 0.966 (117 mph) | 1.35 (145 mph) |
| 6. gear | 0.852 (134 mph) | 1.208 (161 mph) |
| Chasis | Kawasaki Versys 650 | Yamaha FZ8-N |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Diamond steel frame | Diamond aluminium |
| Front susp. | 41mm USD, 5.91 in travel | 5.12 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 5.71 in travel | Swingarm, 5.12 in travel |