Love my '21 SE. Not much I would change on it. I did replace the stock seat with a Corbin, which has made this a comfortable place to sit for over 500 miles per day. I wish Kawasaki would change the design of the saddlebags from concave to convex, ala Concours 14. They would still be attractive without loosing valuable space. Also, a windshield that you can change height on with a single hand while riding.
A Kawasaki continua muito conservadora. É praticamente a mesma moto de 2020. Poderiam ter colocado uma chave presencial, assistente de partida em rampa, aquecimento no banco, espelhamento de gps no painel, etc.... São itens que não alterariam muito seu custo x benefício e a deixariam mais próxima, tecnologicamente falando, das suas concorrentes. Falo isso, pois tenho uma V1000 SE -2022, e não fiquei nem um pouco tentado a migrar para a nova 1.100; e sim passei a considerar a mudar de marca.
They are way over priced in Australia new $23,500 rideaway …for 2024 version . But on used market you can pickup a 2020 SE model complete with panniers 15000kms for $13000. For an ultra reliable bike they devalue heavily .
I have a problem with a fuel consumption with this motorcycle. Also, side cases are to small for this bike, giving the fact of its size and max load. Other then that, perfect motorcycle.
That USB port in this and the new Ninja 1100 is absolutely ridiculous. We praise Japanese bikes and products in general for attention to detail and that just seems like a massive own goal in the name of saving a few ￥.
Thanks for the test and honest information. I plan to trade the V-Strom 650 for a Versys. I'm wondering if the bike upgrades make sense to wait and buy a Versys 1100 or buy a Versys 1000 where I expect special prices and discounts from sellers. What do you think? Thanks.
I've owned a V1000SE for 4 years and will certainly trade it for a V1100 when time has come. However, If it could save me some money I'd definitely buy a V1000SE all over again: I have ZERO need for more power (120ps already makes it a rocketship vs most vehicles on the road and keeping my license is a challenge). The main selling point of the new model IMO: the improved quickshifter (mainly for downshifts). All in all it's an absolutely brilliant bike.
Coming from a Vstrom 650, the jump to the V1000 will be a quantum leap without going to the 1100. I'd recommend go for an electronic suspension version with a tft screen. Anything from 2020 onwards...S or SE version. Super bikes at really affordable prices now. I think you'll love the smoothness, power and versatility 👍
I'd rather have lower compression and better manners than stress a long distance tour bike for another 15 hp. Now you'll get 100k or more out of the engine instead of 60k
Funny you should mention that. I get more compliments from women. Personally think it's a lot more attractive then many Harleys with bulbous fairings that looks like dash from small car and too much chrome.
I've always felt the Versys 1k was a hidden gem in the segment, at least here in the US. Hope some of these updates trickle down to the Ninja.
They did Ninja 1100 was confirmed for US
Love my '21 SE. Not much I would change on it. I did replace the stock seat with a Corbin, which has made this a comfortable place to sit for over 500 miles per day. I wish Kawasaki would change the design of the saddlebags from concave to convex, ala Concours 14. They would still be attractive without loosing valuable space. Also, a windshield that you can change height on with a single hand while riding.
Spot on , very bad OEM seat and impossible to adjust windshield while driving
A Kawasaki continua muito conservadora. É praticamente a mesma moto de 2020. Poderiam ter colocado uma chave presencial, assistente de partida em rampa, aquecimento no banco, espelhamento de gps no painel, etc.... São itens que não alterariam muito seu custo x benefício e a deixariam mais próxima, tecnologicamente falando, das suas concorrentes. Falo isso, pois tenho uma V1000 SE -2022, e não fiquei nem um pouco tentado a migrar para a nova 1.100; e sim passei a considerar a mudar de marca.
Kawasaki has a winner with this Versys. I think the minor refinements you mentioned will make this bike outstanding
They are way over priced in Australia new $23,500 rideaway …for 2024 version .
But on used market you can pickup a 2020 SE model complete with panniers 15000kms for $13000.
For an ultra reliable bike they devalue heavily .
An excellent review - thanks !
Awesome review
I have a problem with a fuel consumption with this motorcycle. Also, side cases are to small for this bike, giving the fact of its size and max load. Other then that, perfect motorcycle.
That USB port in this and the new Ninja 1100 is absolutely ridiculous. We praise Japanese bikes and products in general for attention to detail and that just seems like a massive own goal in the name of saving a few ￥.
How would you compare it to the honda nt1100 and to the rt1200. Would you rate it higher or lower than those 2 others bikes
Good job!
Would you rather daily this or the 650.
Thanks for the test and honest information. I plan to trade the V-Strom 650 for a Versys. I'm wondering if the bike upgrades make sense to wait and buy a Versys 1100 or buy a Versys 1000 where I expect special prices and discounts from sellers. What do you think? Thanks.
I've owned a V1000SE for 4 years and will certainly trade it for a V1100 when time has come. However, If it could save me some money I'd definitely buy a V1000SE all over again: I have ZERO need for more power (120ps already makes it a rocketship vs most vehicles on the road and keeping my license is a challenge).
The main selling point of the new model IMO: the improved quickshifter (mainly for downshifts).
All in all it's an absolutely brilliant bike.
Coming from a Vstrom 650, the jump to the V1000 will be a quantum leap without going to the 1100. I'd recommend go for an electronic suspension version with a tft screen. Anything from 2020 onwards...S or SE version. Super bikes at really affordable prices now. I think you'll love the smoothness, power and versatility 👍
Nice review
Excellent review. I'm intrigued, enough to check one out.👍
Where is the bridge from the video?
I'd rather have lower compression and better manners than stress a long distance tour bike for another 15 hp. Now you'll get 100k or more out of the engine instead of 60k
Ready for dakkar
Good workhorse but Kawasaki is getting LAZY AS F***
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I am sure it's mother loves it but motorcycle has been hit with a big ugly stick. LOL
Your mother loves it 😛
Funny you should mention that. I get more compliments from women. Personally think it's a lot more attractive then many Harleys with bulbous fairings that looks like dash from small car and too much chrome.