Kawasaki Versys 1000 S suspension setup and specs

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S, 2021: adjustable front preload and rebound, rear preload and rebound, 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height, 150 mm of front suspension travel.

Model years covered: 2021. Figures as published by Kawasaki.

2021 Kawasaki Versys 1000 S
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Kawasaki Versys 1000

2021 · adventure · 1043 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadAdjustable
Front reboundAdjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel150 mm (5.9 in)
Rear suspension travel150 mm (5.9 in)
Fork diameter43 mm (1.7 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire120/70ZR17
Rear tire180/55ZR17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1520 mm (59.8 in)
Rake27°
Trail106 mm (4.2 in)
Seat height840 mm (33.1 in)
Front brakeDual 310mm petal discs, opposed 4-piston calipers
Rear brakeSingle 250mm petal disc, 1-piston caliper

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