I was recently thinking about a versys..Originally thought they were slow and boring..How wrong was I.. This is a top endorsement for the versys..Brilliant 😉
Lovely video mate.. you got some serious skills 👌 superb.. I just got the 2019 Versys 650.. and I will be very happy if I do half of what you are did here, in next 6 months 😂🤣🤣🤣 cheers!!! Ride safe brother..
Haha thanks man! Good to hear that I have motivated you :) !! But watch out that you do not enforces your development ;) Good luck and overall ride safe ..
Judging by this video I have years of progression ahead of me on my newly bought Versys! 😄 Love the fact that you scraped the side box as well! Plenty of skill 😎
@@bobar84c Yes, i did buy it, yes they are a bit vibey, think they are all like that, the Versys 1000 is a lot smoother (from what i've gathered ?), i didn't have the bike long, sold it after only a few months, was nice and rode great but i didn't really bond with it, have a Hayabusa now.
What a great video man! Great driving also! I bought one this year and I'm loving it, this video from you is one of the greatest I've seen, keep uploading videos like this! :)
I'm discovering mine and I feel this bike is well balanced in every way, it has the power needed to have some fun! Keep having fun and keep sharing the love :)
Got one a month ago and I'm still scared of it. Have a sense that it's too tall for steep turns and that I'm gonna lose it, either slide or just fall down sideways. Your vid helped changing my mind 100% It seems Versys can do a bunch more than what I so far thought it could.
@@FeetsAndButts I bought a like new 2009 Versys650 (Candy Lime Green) just 6 months ago. I'm over 50 (but less than 100) LOL ! I have owned several motorcycles of various styles, brands, and sizes. (Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda, and Kawasaki) I have ridden a few other brands as well. (Harley Davidson & Hodaka) The Versys650 is the most comfortable, capable, and fun motorcycle that I have ever ridden. COMFORTABLE; Upright Ergonomics with a seat that is thick enough, wide enough, and spongy soft too. CAPABLE; Not only is the 650 parallel twin engine reliable and capable of taking you places, the rest of the motorcycle is also designed to have utility purpose. The Versys650 accommodates panniers or saddlebags, and a cargo trunk option too. It also has a very comfortable passenger's seat, (and guys, please don't worry about that little hump in the center of the passenger's seat being uncomfortable to sit on, because it's not made for "guys" to sit on ! ☝😘 Strong low end torque makes the Verseys more capable and compatible for carrying an extra passenger than 600cc sportbikes. FUN ; The Versys 650 is the best motorcycle that I've owned. I wouldn't want a bigger or heavier motorcycle, and I don't need a faster or more powerful motorcycle, either. I don't feel as if the Versys650 is lacking anything. As a daily commuter or a long distance touring motorcycle, it does everything that you would expect a motorcycle to do, and it does it well ! I took a Road Safety Course, and during the Emergency Braking Road Test, (20mph - 0mph) I did a smooth stoppie on wet pavement, (in heavy wind and rain) ! That was the moment that I knew that the love that I had been feeling for my Kawasaki 💚 Versys 650 was REAL ! ! !
Very good video!!! I'm from France and I have an ER6N. I was not sure to change it for a Versys before I see your video... now I know what will be my next bike :)
He Mike , Sterk staaltje rijkunst , heb mij een maand geleden een versys 650 gekocht , supercontent van maar zo diep zoals jij gaat durf ik toch nog niet , ik heb de bridgestone T31 geplaatst dus in feite de verbeterde versie van de T30 , wanneer weet je als het genoeg is , als de band begint te glijden want ik weeg 60 kg en als ik redelijk diep ga lijkt het of de motor begint te zwalpen , onstabiel alsof er geen grip meer is of zit dit in mijn hoofd . ik volg je alvast verder op You tube , blijf maar van die goede filmkes posten . I love it .
patrick , goede keus😜. Als je wilt komt het vanzelf zover.. maar forceer het niet, en laat je gevoel de baas! Lastig te zeggen, ik verlies bijna nooit grip op deze banden, mits ik het er zelf naar maak. Bv: wanneer ik te vroeg op t gas ga bij t uit accelereren of wanneer ik in de bocht iets teveel gas geef dan wordt hij voor je gevoel zenuwachtig aan de achter kant, ook gebeurt het regelmatig wanneer je een rijbaan met veel spoorvorming op hogere snelheid kruist dat je de achterkant kwijt lijkt te raken , dit gebeurt echter niet wanneer je hier niet op reageert, je band verliest even grip op het moment dat hij de verlaging in het asfalt oversteekt maar hierna pakt de band gewoon zn grip weer op. Wat doe je wanneer je denkt te voelen dat er iets gaat schuiven? Simpelweg gas iets terug nemen en voor de rest niet op reageren. Wat jij voelt kan ook vuiligheid( zand grind stof oid ) zijn waar je op dat moment overheen rijd zijn, ook hier beetje van t gas en niet op reageren en zorg dat je lijn houd👍🏼
Hi Mike, I bought versys 4 months ago and really enjoying it. I thought I lean quite a lot but you sir, you got my respect :-). Very nice riding skills! Btw where are you from ? It looks bit similar to my home.
Exceptional video!! Mad skills. I'd like to know what kind of windshield and extension you're using, and if they're effective. I m on a hunt for a good windshield.
Thanx Jimmy!!👍🏼💪🏼 the Versys is still Fabric 🤣 i only replace the exhaust... 🤪 with hot temps you wont loose grip with the brigestone’s ! Counter stear and look further into the corner will help a lot 😉.
I'm running Dunlop SportMax-3 Tires on my 2009 Versys650. No grip issues, (except when they were brand new). I don't want to grind my footpeg protectors completely off though, so I try to lean my bike appropriately. I've managed to put a little bit of wear into my chicken strips (without dragging and destroying my footpegs or my good riding boots).
@@intergalacticbasketballdro7186 Man those tires came on mine. When you replace them, definitely look into something better (you don't have to pay more--just read reviews.) I was BLOWN AWAY by how much better my grip was with other rubber. (Btw, for wider tire selection, no harm in using a tiny-bit-wider 170 size on the back
I fill the tires with 3.0 BAR. Brand of tire does a lot! And the weather conditions are important! Ik ride the Bridgestone sport touring T30F. Perfect for dry conditions and by 20 degrees you can go to the max! Beneath the 20 degrees you can push a little less. And with wet conditions you have to ride carefully. This tire has no profile on de edges, so its slippery in wet condition...
@@mikevermaesen3413 Tks a lot !!! I am using Michelin comander ||. Good for longevity but I know now, it's terrible to a more aggressive type of ride! I'll try 3.0 bar which is about 43 psi. i am riding on 36 PSI. considerably less than 3.0 bar. Tks again.. drive safe!!
HI Mike, totally late to ask a question about your MotoGP Holland riding 😜What kind of shock do you have on your bike? It looks like either a YSS or possibly a Wilbers. That must have been expensive! Did you change the fork springs as well?
Hello Congratulations,good your technique. There is a 2007 versys for me. What kind of rubber did you use in the video? Greet your answer. With a friendly greeting ,Norbi
Haven't found the used Wee DL650 in my budget to buy. A couple just each got Wee 650's and they want to sell the '08 Versys 650 for a good price. I will go test drive it this week. The other bike I found at a very good price is a '06 Honda 919. I know two completely different style of bike but they are in my budget. Plus I've not owned a bike in 10+ yrs, so I want to see if the 650 will be enough or get used to the bigger 919 in time.
Great video mate.. One question though.. Is it comfortable for two people travel?! I''ll test ride it of course when the time comes but you can't understand much in half hour riding...
Hey Thanx :) ! I can not give you an honest answer here, i drive almost Always alone on my bike. The times i had someone with me it was comfortable but the driving characteristics has deteriorated and this is mainly due to the less power engine. If you are going to tour a lot with someone you better choose the Versys 1000 i think..
Mike Vermaesen I own a Versys 650 and highly recommend it. I was in your same position after not riding in over a decade. I researched bikes heavily before deciding on the versys. I sat on around a hundred bikes before the versys and nothing felt better to me. I grew up riding dirt bikes and the versys felt like a big comfy motocross. Riding is smooth and it has enough power to thrill. Corners great...accelerates well...peppy in higher rpm manageable for a new rider if you stay lower. fun and versatile bike I will never sell.
Same here. Hadn't ridden in 22 years! After lots of research, the Versys came out above the rest. Mike's video gives one extra motivation, even if I would never ride like that because I'm far too scared ;)
I have a model 2016 and cornering that way will not happen I am afraid although I ride with kneesliders as I prefer leathers above textile but anyway the bike gives a lot of confidence and is even better than my sv 650 the one I had before I only want better tyres like pilotroad 3 or 4 they are great in the rain for the rest its a great bike and I am a bit yalous about your driving abilities
I know that getting your knee down looks silly on adventure bike such as Versys, and doing it in without knee sliders isn't exactly optimal (ask me how I know ;D) but you might want to try leaning in with just your upper body. Something like you did in 3:30, but take it to the extreme. It makes a ton of difference. Anyway, nice vid and skills. ;) Cheers
sad thing about adventure bike. always hit the footrest when u try to lean low.. ride a fz150i and it happen alot. have to close the footrest to go low.. considering after market footrest as they are higher.. cheer man
Hey Mike Howzit? Good to watch the video! Have you lowered the bike at all? It seems to stick to the road fairly well. I have the same bike and unlike your amazing roads the roads around where I live could be considered goat tracks so I tend not to push to the limits. Cheers!
Thanx Shane! No I have not lowered the bike! My weight is 80 kg and my suspension is on the second stiffest position. because I accelerate into the turn the engine pulls the bike a little bit down.The tires are pretty soft. And I drive the tires very hot before I throw him flat ;). Indeed, our roads are fortunately in good condition :)..
Yo, no i don't lowered anything on the bike X).. The GPR works fine for me. The exhaust makes enough noise to let other traffic know that i'am here too. But just not enough to wake up neighbors early in the morning when i'am driving away from home.
This might be a stupid question, but is the Versys good fun to ride? Or are you a skilled rider who just enjoys the challenge of getting the pegs down on non sporty bikes? Reviews always talk about its practicality but not about how much fun it is.
Want to get more lean? Hang off the side of the bike moto-gp style and counter-weight it for faster curves. Good rule to go by is to have your head centered behind the side mirror so you know you're over the side.
I know :) i try that once ! it was not a succes my knee hits the ground ( thats was not the problem! ) but i have no leathers with knee pads on ;). When i have buy one of those leathers i will try it again and upload the vid's ;P
Cool beans. Yeah the bikes I've owned have had good cornering clearance, so I can get over quite a lot without touching down a knee (sliders are overrated, racers do this to gauge available cornering clearance). Looks like your panniers are going to scrape away before you run out of rubber.
Don't worry about the panniers, there is not much rubber left to ride on :P. And besides that, the exhaust will be scraped away first before the pannier hits the ground X) X)
When i ride crouse style, i can ride 320 km with a tank! And that’s a bizar thing , when i ride the bike like in this movie all the time i do 280 km with a tank ! So in my opinion is it still a lot of km’s 💪🏼. This bike is so crasy in a lot of things, i love it ❤️. Versys for life 🙌🏼
@@mikevermaesen3413 i have the gen 3 versys ‘15 i might get a better fuel consumption probably your, fuel c is like 5,5-7 l/100km but the new gen might have a better l/100km Thank you for the response i really apreciate♥️
The tyres on my bike are the: Bridgestone T30R Sport Touring tires.These tires are super suitable for dry and warm weather days. But if it's became wet and cold they perform a lot less, this is because the profile is not all the way to edges of the tire. You will notice while driving when the profile ends, the tires begin to get nervous. So.. in the Winter's are these tires good enough, but in the Summer it's a lot of FUN!!
Hello. A very nice video. I am from Mexico, I have a 2013 and it is my biggest love. I would like to see your rear tire, surely there is not chicken strips on it. II still not able to make dissapear my 1cm chicken streap.
Rodrigo Paez. Thanx👍🏼. My rear tire have no strips on both sides 😜 acually i'am riding on the edge not against it 💪🏼.My front tire i ride against the edges, except the right site of the tire, this side has a 2mm strip ,this is because my exhaust hits the ground earlier so i can't go further then this 🤗. And thats also why 'left turns are my favorite' 😬
Nice too know.. When i hit the pin under the footpeg for the first time the rear tire had a 2mm strip left to ride on, so enough grip left ;) But i don't know if it's the same by the 2013 version ? When you look further into the corner you will get more lean, and when you pull or push the handle bar ( just what you like ) it wil be easier to turn your bike ( called counter steering ) if you never done this before, try it on a straight line, pull and push your handle bar slightly and see how your bike will react ;) if you get confortible with it you can use it it in the corners :).
Beautiful.... Amaing... Mike - can you send me a pic of yourCamer Mounts used for this video please... BTW See this and skip to 10 minute mark... and do watch my channel for other amazing video..
I was recently thinking about a versys..Originally thought they were slow and boring..How wrong was I.. This is a top endorsement for the versys..Brilliant 😉
Lovely video mate.. you got some serious skills 👌 superb.. I just got the 2019 Versys 650.. and I will be very happy if I do half of what you are did here, in next 6 months 😂🤣🤣🤣 cheers!!!
Ride safe brother..
Its a very very nimble bike, I got the 2020 one and I enjoy it very much. Ride safe
Such a nice bike. Just rented it last week in Canary Islands. What a blast.
Great driver, I congratulate you. A simple yet powerful video . From Argentina. !!!
Much respect! I didn't even get it in like that when I took my 2015 650 LT to the track. You sir, have properly re-motivated me! 👍😉😎
Haha thanks man! Good to hear that I have motivated you :) !! But watch out that you do not enforces your development ;) Good luck and overall ride safe ..
Judging by this video I have years of progression ahead of me on my newly bought Versys! 😄
Love the fact that you scraped the side box as well! Plenty of skill 😎
Nice, about to get an 07 Versys next week, cant wait to ride it, some great roads over here in Scotland.
did you buy it, do you feel any vibrations in front?
@@bobar84c Yes, i did buy it, yes they are a bit vibey, think they are all like that, the Versys 1000 is a lot smoother (from what i've gathered ?), i didn't have the bike long, sold it after only a few months, was nice and rode great but i didn't really bond with it, have a Hayabusa now.
@@Markycarandbikestuff thanks
putting 600 supersport guys to shame with fucking suitcases!
I have the same model of bike, but I'm not a pilot like you, you have all my esteem! congratulations for the sporty driving. Greetings from Italy
What a great video man! Great driving also! I bought one this year and I'm loving it, this video from you is one of the greatest I've seen, keep uploading videos like this! :)
Thanx for your comment. Even after 4 years i can't get enough of the Versys ;P
I'm discovering mine and I feel this bike is well balanced in every way, it has the power needed to have some fun! Keep having fun and keep sharing the love :)
Got one a month ago and I'm still scared of it.
Have a sense that it's too tall for steep turns and that I'm gonna lose it, either slide or just fall down sideways.
Your vid helped changing my mind 100%
It seems Versys can do a bunch more than what I so far thought it could.
Yep, that is what the Versys is about- VERsatile SYStem!
@@FeetsAndButts I bought a like new 2009 Versys650 (Candy Lime Green)
just 6 months ago.
I'm over 50 (but less than 100) LOL !
I have owned several motorcycles of various styles, brands, and sizes. (Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda, and Kawasaki) I have ridden a few other brands as well. (Harley Davidson & Hodaka)
The Versys650 is the most comfortable, capable, and fun motorcycle that I have ever ridden.
COMFORTABLE; Upright Ergonomics with a seat that is thick enough, wide enough, and spongy soft too.
CAPABLE; Not only is the 650 parallel twin engine reliable and capable of taking you places, the rest of the motorcycle is also designed to have utility purpose. The Versys650 accommodates panniers or saddlebags, and a cargo trunk option too.
It also has a very comfortable passenger's seat, (and guys, please don't worry about that little hump in the center of the passenger's seat being uncomfortable to sit on, because it's not made for "guys" to sit on ! ☝😘
Strong low end torque makes the Verseys more capable and compatible for carrying an extra passenger than 600cc sportbikes.
FUN ; The Versys 650 is the best motorcycle that I've owned. I wouldn't want a bigger or heavier motorcycle, and I don't need a faster or more powerful motorcycle, either. I don't feel as if the Versys650 is lacking anything. As a daily commuter or a long distance touring motorcycle, it does everything that you would expect a motorcycle to do, and it does it well !
I took a Road Safety Course, and during the Emergency Braking Road Test,
(20mph - 0mph) I did a smooth stoppie on wet pavement, (in heavy wind and rain) !
That was the moment that I knew that the love that I had been feeling for my
Kawasaki 💚 Versys 650 was REAL ! ! !
-How do you have fun cornering in a country with no mountain twisties and speed cameras everywhere?
-You do it where they'd least expect it.
Recently purchased a Versys 650 my self. Lovely bike
great riding, and editing, never know can ride a versys like that.
Very good video!!! I'm from France and I have an ER6N. I was not sure to change it for a Versys before I see your video... now I know what will be my next bike :)
Cyrpé Hahaha Nice.. very nice 🤙🏼
30 seconds in and had to give a like
Wish I was that smooth on the gears. Just can't seem to stop being a bit jerky. Great riding.
What a legend! Riding an Adventure Bike like a MotoGP bike lol 😆
He Mike , Sterk staaltje rijkunst , heb mij een maand geleden een versys 650 gekocht , supercontent van maar zo diep zoals jij gaat durf ik toch nog niet , ik heb de bridgestone T31 geplaatst dus in feite de verbeterde versie van de T30 , wanneer weet je als het genoeg is , als de band begint te glijden want ik weeg 60 kg en als ik redelijk diep ga lijkt het of de motor begint te zwalpen , onstabiel alsof er geen grip meer is of zit dit in mijn hoofd . ik volg je alvast verder op You tube , blijf maar van die goede filmkes posten . I love it .
patrick , goede keus😜. Als je wilt komt het vanzelf zover.. maar forceer het niet, en laat je gevoel de baas! Lastig te zeggen, ik verlies bijna nooit grip op deze banden, mits ik het er zelf naar maak. Bv: wanneer ik te vroeg op t gas ga bij t uit accelereren of wanneer ik in de bocht iets teveel gas geef dan wordt hij voor je gevoel zenuwachtig aan de achter kant, ook gebeurt het regelmatig wanneer je een rijbaan met veel spoorvorming op hogere snelheid kruist dat je de achterkant kwijt lijkt te raken , dit gebeurt echter niet wanneer je hier niet op reageert, je band verliest even grip op het moment dat hij de verlaging in het asfalt oversteekt maar hierna pakt de band gewoon zn grip weer op. Wat doe je wanneer je denkt te voelen dat er iets gaat schuiven? Simpelweg gas iets terug nemen en voor de rest niet op reageren. Wat jij voelt kan ook vuiligheid( zand grind stof oid ) zijn waar je op dat moment overheen rijd zijn, ook hier beetje van t gas en niet op reageren en zorg dat je lijn houd👍🏼
Bedankt Mike voor de raad , zal er rekening mee houden en alles op zijn gemakje laten komen zoals je zegtalvast bedankt.
nice riding, far above my comfort level on the versys
Hi Mike, I bought versys 4 months ago and really enjoying it. I thought I lean quite a lot but you sir, you got my respect :-).
Very nice riding skills! Btw where are you from ? It looks bit similar to my home.
Gosto da sua condução. Muito cuidada responsavel mas bastante divertida e a ir ao limite do pneu
sounds great
Exceptional video!! Mad skills. I'd like to know what kind of windshield and extension you're using, and if they're effective. I m on a hunt for a good windshield.
Thanx man :) !! All the Parts on my Versys are kawasaki parts. The only aftermarkt part is the exhaust and the mirrors..
Hi Man, Really Loved This Vid, Giving Me More Confidence on my 09’ Versys! What Mods Did You Do to Yours?
Thanx Jimmy!!👍🏼💪🏼 the Versys is still Fabric 🤣 i only replace the exhaust... 🤪 with hot temps you wont loose grip with the brigestone’s ! Counter stear and look further into the corner will help a lot 😉.
I'm running Dunlop SportMax-3 Tires on my 2009 Versys650. No grip issues, (except when they were brand new). I don't want to grind my footpeg protectors completely off though, so I try to lean my bike appropriately. I've managed to put a little bit of wear into my chicken strips (without dragging and destroying my footpegs or my good riding boots).
@@intergalacticbasketballdro7186 Man those tires came on mine. When you replace them, definitely look into something better (you don't have to pay more--just read reviews.) I was BLOWN AWAY by how much better my grip was with other rubber. (Btw, for wider tire selection, no harm in using a tiny-bit-wider 170 size on the back
got here on 2020... mike what was your tire pressure? o got a versys but I can't reach this angle without feeling the rear going away!
I fill the tires with 3.0 BAR. Brand of tire does a lot! And the weather conditions are important! Ik ride the Bridgestone sport touring T30F. Perfect for dry conditions and by 20 degrees you can go to the max! Beneath the 20 degrees you can push a little less. And with wet conditions you have to ride carefully. This tire has no profile on de edges, so its slippery in wet condition...
@@mikevermaesen3413 Tks a lot !!! I am using Michelin comander ||. Good for longevity but I know now, it's terrible to a more aggressive type of ride! I'll try 3.0 bar which is about 43 psi. i am riding on 36 PSI. considerably less than 3.0 bar.
Tks again.. drive safe!!
HI Mike, totally late to ask a question about your MotoGP Holland riding 😜What kind of shock do you have on your bike? It looks like either a YSS or possibly a Wilbers. That must have been expensive! Did you change the fork springs as well?
disekjoumoer thanx mate 😬. The shocks are standard fabrics🤗 just like all the other parts on the bike exept the exhaust.
@@mikevermaesen3413 If you look at 1:14 you can see some kind of piggyback system on the rear shock. That's what I was referring to.
@disekjoumoer, that thing you see is a small can with oil for the chain 🤗.
@@mikevermaesen3413 Bedankt, Mike, je bent de Versys held 👌
PREPPING HARD CASES FOR COLOR CHANGE REPAINT---
BRING IT!!!!
Hello
Congratulations,good your technique.
There is a 2007 versys for me.
What kind of rubber did you use in the video?
Greet your answer.
With a friendly greeting ,Norbi
He's riding on Bridgestones.
Im buying those tires right now
Tarmac too
Did you lower your suspension? Or why is it dragging so much?
Haven't found the used Wee DL650 in my budget to buy. A couple just each got Wee 650's and they want to sell the '08 Versys 650 for a good price. I will go test drive it this week. The other bike I found at a very good price is a '06 Honda 919. I know two completely different style of bike but they are in my budget. Plus I've not owned a bike in 10+ yrs, so I want to see if the 650 will be enough or get used to the bigger 919 in time.
Great video mate.. One question though.. Is it comfortable for two people travel?! I''ll test ride it of course when the time comes but you can't understand much in half hour riding...
Hey Thanx :) ! I can not give you an honest answer here, i drive almost Always alone on my bike. The times i had someone with me it was comfortable but the driving characteristics has deteriorated and this is mainly due to the less power engine. If you are going to tour a lot with someone you better choose the Versys 1000 i think..
Mike Vermaesen I own a Versys 650 and highly recommend it. I was in your same position after not riding in over a decade. I researched bikes heavily before deciding on the versys. I sat on around a hundred bikes before the versys and nothing felt better to me. I grew up riding dirt bikes and the versys felt like a big comfy motocross. Riding is smooth and it has enough power to thrill. Corners great...accelerates well...peppy in higher rpm manageable for a new rider if you stay lower. fun and versatile bike I will never sell.
Just That..!! :)
Same here. Hadn't ridden in 22 years! After lots of research, the Versys came out above the rest. Mike's video gives one extra motivation, even if I would never ride like that because I'm far too scared ;)
Are these bikes suitable for mere mortals to ride lol great video like the colour
Haha nuts! I hope I won't be doing this to my Versys in 4 years! My panniers would never forgive me :)
Yeah, those are some expensive sliders ! 🤑
I have a model 2016 and cornering that way will not happen I am afraid although I ride with kneesliders as I prefer leathers above textile but anyway the bike gives a lot of confidence and is even better than my sv 650 the one I had before I only want better tyres like pilotroad 3 or 4 they are great in the rain for the rest its a great bike and I am a bit yalous about your driving abilities
Good idea ! 💡
Save your pegs,
save your boots. and
$ave your panniers, too !
Fearless
Wow great drivig
I know that getting your knee down looks silly on adventure bike such as Versys, and doing it in without knee sliders isn't exactly optimal (ask me how I know ;D) but you might want to try leaning in with just your upper body. Something like you did in 3:30, but take it to the extreme. It makes a ton of difference.
Anyway, nice vid and skills. ;)
Cheers
Wild! What tires do you have on?
awesome...
Video dedicado a los aficionados al postureo que tocan rodilla y casi no inclinan la moto 😂😂😂
sad thing about adventure bike. always hit the footrest when u try to lean low.. ride a fz150i and it happen alot. have to close the footrest to go low.. considering after market footrest as they are higher.. cheer man
Hey Mike, what tires are you using? They stick so well.
netjes!
Hey Mike Howzit? Good to watch the video! Have you lowered the bike at all? It seems to stick to the road fairly well. I have the same bike and unlike your amazing roads the roads around where I live could be considered goat tracks so I tend not to push to the limits. Cheers!
Thanx Shane! No I have not lowered the bike! My weight is 80 kg and my suspension is on the second stiffest position. because I accelerate into the turn the engine pulls the bike a little bit down.The tires are pretty soft. And I drive the tires very hot before I throw him flat ;). Indeed, our roads are fortunately in good condition :)..
Mike Vermaesen That is very cool Mike thank you for that. Cheers!
cool!
What tires are you running? I am on a set of Michelin Pilot Road 4. Pegs stock height or lowered?
Very entertaining
You've lowered the footpegs?
How do you like the GPR? I'm between that, an Arrow Dark aluminum can, and Leo Vince Evo II GP style with resonator..
Yo, no i don't lowered anything on the bike X).. The GPR works fine for me. The exhaust makes enough noise to let other traffic know that i'am here too. But just not enough to wake up neighbors early in the morning when i'am driving away from home.
Cool.. what kind of shock on there? looks not stock
This might be a stupid question, but is the Versys good fun to ride? Or are you a skilled rider who just enjoys the challenge of getting the pegs down on non sporty bikes? Reviews always talk about its practicality but not about how much fun it is.
you should watch more versys vids and read more owners' testimonies :)
@@SavaVeo Yes. I think that "this" Video should have answered all of those questions.
fucking awesome
Want to get more lean? Hang off the side of the bike moto-gp style and counter-weight it for faster curves. Good rule to go by is to have your head centered behind the side mirror so you know you're over the side.
I know :) i try that once ! it was not a succes my knee hits the ground ( thats was not the problem! ) but i have no leathers with knee pads on ;). When i have buy one of those leathers i will try it again and upload the vid's ;P
Cool beans. Yeah the bikes I've owned have had good cornering clearance, so I can get over quite a lot without touching down a knee (sliders are overrated, racers do this to gauge available cornering clearance). Looks like your panniers are going to scrape away before you run out of rubber.
Don't worry about the panniers, there is not much rubber left to ride on :P. And besides that, the exhaust will be scraped away first before the pannier hits the ground X) X)
Hahaha
i like versys
What was the l/100km on fuel riding like this?
When i ride crouse style, i can ride 320 km with a tank! And that’s a bizar thing , when i ride the bike like in this movie all the time i do 280 km with a tank ! So in my opinion is it still a lot of km’s 💪🏼. This bike is so crasy in a lot of things, i love it ❤️. Versys for life 🙌🏼
@@mikevermaesen3413 i have the gen 3 versys ‘15 i might get a better fuel consumption probably your, fuel c is like 5,5-7 l/100km but the new gen might have a better l/100km
Thank you for the response i really apreciate♥️
Do you still have this bike?
Yes!, absolutely 💪🏼💪🏼 i will never sell it🤗
are these the Original dunlops D222?
The tyres on my bike are the: Bridgestone T30R Sport Touring tires.These tires are super suitable for dry and warm weather days. But if it's became wet and cold they perform a lot less, this is because the profile is not all the way to edges of the tire. You will notice while driving when the profile ends, the tires begin to get nervous. So.. in the Winter's are these tires good enough, but in the Summer it's a lot of FUN!!
Heeyy dat zijn bekende wegen, kom er zelf uit de buurt :) Heb nu een oranje 2015 Versys 650, ben je nooit in de buurt tegen gekomen!
do you a new exhaust? or just a slip on?
It's a GPR slip-on incl. katalysator.
what kind of engine oil in this versys?
Bet you needed a new pair of boots after this
HE HATES HIS OWN FOOTPEGS ! ! !
great video,
i would not be able to do the same with mine.
hello from France.
excuse me i know that now.
have a nice day!
Hello. A very nice video. I am from Mexico, I have a 2013 and it is my biggest love. I would like to see your rear tire, surely there is not chicken strips on it. II still not able to make dissapear my 1cm chicken streap.
Rodrigo Paez. Thanx👍🏼. My rear tire have no strips on both sides 😜 acually i'am riding on the edge not against it 💪🏼.My front tire i ride against the edges, except the right site of the tire, this side has a 2mm strip ,this is because my exhaust hits the ground earlier so i can't go further then this 🤗. And thats also why 'left turns are my favorite' 😬
Nice too know.. When i hit the pin under the footpeg for the first time the rear tire had a 2mm strip left to ride on, so enough grip left ;) But i don't know if it's the same by the 2013 version ? When you look further into the corner you will get more lean, and when you pull or push the handle bar ( just what you like ) it wil be easier to turn your bike ( called counter steering ) if you never done this before, try it on a straight line, pull and push your handle bar slightly and see how your bike will react ;) if you get confortible with it you can use it it in the corners :).
yes, i´ve notice that turning this bike requires more counter steering than other bikes i rode
Which tyres ?
vikas 190kph Bridgestone T30R Sport Tour
tyre type please
crab
Beautiful.... Amaing... Mike - can you send me a pic of yourCamer Mounts used for this video please...
BTW See this and skip to 10 minute mark... and do watch my channel for other amazing video..
you're going to crash and become mash potatoes. lame.