Versys 650 ABS

ANY ROAD, ANY TIME
ESPECIALLY FUN ON WINDING ROADS

Versys 650 ABS

Difficult to explain and impossible to categorise, the Versys 650 is one of those machines that exceeds the sum of its parts. Its combination of long-travel suspension & sporty 17” wheels, a slim, upright riding position and a low-mid range focused Parallel-Twin engine results in a highly versatile package able to offer riders maximum riding excitement in a wide variety of street-riding situations, especially on twisty mountain roads. For 2015, its new styling package better reflects this fun, sporty nature, while a number of updates to the chassis and a host of new accessory items make it easier for Versys owners to ride longer and farther.








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Top Features

Top Features

FUN PACKAGE ON WINDING ROADS

Designed for the discerning enthusiast, the Versys 650 offers a unique package comprising long-travel suspension & sporty 17” wheels, a slim, upright riding position and a compact Parallel-Twin engine tuned for low-mid range torque. Highly acclaimed for its versatility and a playful character best understood by riding it, the Versys 650 features engine characteristics, chassis balance and suspension settings all selected to maximise rider enjoyment on the street – and especially when the roads get twisty. Whether commuting, touring, or just riding for fun, the superb control and feedback of the Versys 650 offer a high level of rider confidence in numerous street-riding situations and accommodate a variety of riding styles.

COMPACT PARALLEL-TWIN ENGINE TUNED FOR LOW-MID RANGE TORQUE

Tuning of the 649 cm3 Parallel Twin engine focused on achieving a throttle response that balanced a powerful feeling and a quick-revving character. To optimise performance for everyday riding, care was taken to maximise low-mid range torque. When opening the throttle, riders will notice an extremely smooth and powerful engine character that offers both a high level of control when making minute throttle adjustments and a gratifying rush of acceleration in the lower rpm ranges. Engine updates result in increased high-rpm performance and improved fuel economy.

LONG-TRAVEL SUSPENSION & SPORTY 17” WHEELS

Not all streets in the real world are made of circuit-smooth pavement. Road imperfections (bumps, potholes) are far from rare, and some streets are not even paved (such as cobblestone, etc). While the Versys 650 was not designed for off-road use, its long-travel front fork and rear shock were specially selected to cope with any street conditions it may come across, and, along with its 17” wheels, enable aggressive sport riding. Further, the long-travel suspension provides an added dimension of controllability: the ability to consciously control the bike’s front-rear weight transfer gives riders an additional riding element to explore.

SLIM, UPRIGHT RIDING POSITION

When engineers considered the kind of riding they wanted to offer, and the speed range most often used in everyday riding, a naturally relaxed posture and high controllability care of a slim, upright position with wide handlebars was deemed ideal. Because it would have a great impact on rider control and enjoyment, a substantial amount of development time and effort was devoted to fine-tuning the riding position.

  • FUN PACKAGE ON WINDING ROADS

    Designed for the discerning enthusiast, the Versys 650 offers a unique package comprising long-travel suspension & sporty 17” wheels, a slim, upright riding position and a compact Parallel-Twin engine tuned for low-mid range torque. Highly acclaimed for its versatility and a playful character best understood by riding it, the Versys 650 features engine characteristics, chassis balance and suspension settings all selected to maximise rider enjoyment on the street – and especially when the roads get twisty. Whether commuting, touring, or just riding for fun, the superb control and feedback of the Versys 650 offer a high level of rider confidence in numerous street-riding situations and accommodate a variety of riding styles.

  • COMPACT PARALLEL-TWIN ENGINE TUNED FOR LOW-MID RANGE TORQUE

    Tuning of the 649 cm3 Parallel Twin engine focused on achieving a throttle response that balanced a powerful feeling and a quick-revving character. To optimise performance for everyday riding, care was taken to maximise low-mid range torque. When opening the throttle, riders will notice an extremely smooth and powerful engine character that offers both a high level of control when making minute throttle adjustments and a gratifying rush of acceleration in the lower rpm ranges. Engine updates result in increased high-rpm performance and improved fuel economy.

  • LONG-TRAVEL SUSPENSION & SPORTY 17” WHEELS

    Not all streets in the real world are made of circuit-smooth pavement. Road imperfections (bumps, potholes) are far from rare, and some streets are not even paved (such as cobblestone, etc). While the Versys 650 was not designed for off-road use, its long-travel front fork and rear shock were specially selected to cope with any street conditions it may come across, and, along with its 17” wheels, enable aggressive sport riding. Further, the long-travel suspension provides an added dimension of controllability: the ability to consciously control the bike’s front-rear weight transfer gives riders an additional riding element to explore.

  • SLIM, UPRIGHT RIDING POSITION

    When engineers considered the kind of riding they wanted to offer, and the speed range most often used in everyday riding, a naturally relaxed posture and high controllability care of a slim, upright position with wide handlebars was deemed ideal. Because it would have a great impact on rider control and enjoyment, a substantial amount of development time and effort was devoted to fine-tuning the riding position.

Specifications

Specifications