2017 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Review
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- 2017 Kawasaki Versys 1000 Review - I'm thrilled to say that thanks to the guys at Blade Motorcycles in Abingdon I am now able to bring you reviews of Kawasaki Motorcycles! So for my first ever experience riding on a Kawasaki I've gone for a much requested bike - the Versys 1000, stick around and stay tuned for my first impressions review of this green machine...
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They're certainly not the most glamorous nor am I a big fan of their looks and colours, but as far as my experience with motorcycles goes, Kawasaki is the one brand that seems to always get it right. Best relative comfort in their respective categories, confidence inspiring, but most particularly... the engines. I find they manage to produce just the right balance of horsepower and torque to properly feel the acceleration (not getting at 200 without realising it or feeling a monstrous tractor push to accelerate 5 km/h) and they have a fun factor I hardly find on other brands where efficiency and linearity seem to be the credo of our time. They're the one brand that seems to understand riders the best and their bikes feel like a bike should feel.
Absolutely loved my Versys, took it over Stelvio, it loves the motorway cruise, reason for changing, im ODC with chains. Pain adjusting the chain on the O/S arm adjuster. Engine is just bullit proof and the gbox is the smoothest going. With full panniers it looks great, they upped the disc by 10mm to 310mm and fitted a slipper clutch amongst other tweaks. MPG not as good as the GS i was getting 54 mpg. i fitted a larger front sprocket to mine better for motorway cruise grand machine though.
Just a note to say about riding visor "up" many years ago I did this on my bike only doing 40mph and a fly hit me square in the right eye . It detached my retina and I had a touch and go operation to save my eye fortunately it went well . Since then I always ride with the visor down or cracked open a bit covering my eyes
Yes - good advice learned the hard way by the sounds of it! Thanks for passing it on...
@@TheMissendenFlyer Keep an E.Y.E. out for unexpected hazards! ;0)
I ride with the visor down, too. I got hit in the shield with (I think) a bolt, and never needed to question the wisdom of riding any other way.
I would like to say I am glad your eyes are now ok and would just like to mention I ride a VTR1000F and find the screen directs bugs and objects into my eyes as well, and I too, have resorted to riding with the visor half open at least. I have also found the wind/bug deflection forces the laws of nature directly into my visor unless I sit back and tuck in a little under the screens protection.
I will tell you a tale, I was 17 in the 80`s and riding my YAMAHA 125 lc mk2 at an indicated 90 mph when I saw a black object spinning towards me in what I can only call a KAMIKAZE flight path, It hit me with so much force I was momentarily stunned and it immediately made me close my left eye but my right eye then started to water in sympathy, when I slowly and steadily pulled over I looked in my mirrors and found I had been stung just below my eyeball! The WASP/BEE was a splashed mess on my forehead and cheek but as I glanced around I could feel the barb of the stinnger catching and indeed rubbing on my eyeball, I went to hospital and was told it was a bee sting and I was millimeters from LOOSING MY EYE:(
damn I got smacked in the face by an insect just today.
Glad to see you are finally on a Kawasaki. I have owned several over the years and currently have a 1600 Vulcan Classic. I am considering buying the Versys 1000 This spring to use for local riding as a companion to my FJR 1300. Good job....
Another great review, soo good to see reviews from a down to earth guy with honest opinions and covers all aspects of the bike 😁
Thank you
Nice to see you on a Kawasaki always liked the soul of them especially the older models. No nonsense sums it up the armchair pillion loved by missus. Gets us on our treks smoothly and easily remarkably chuckable too!
Just bought a versys 1000 lt last week and love it so far. Very good on weight and balance.
Great review Mr flyer. Nice bike too. A possible next bike for me with a few extras. Keep up the good work, ttfn.
Had mine reflashed, desmoged, power commander and dynotuned. Now it's more powerful everywhere especially down low, runs cooler ansl smoother . Exceeds my expectations
Hi, can you put the details of where you had the work done and cost. Im looking to buy a Versys. Thanks in advance.
2017 white van ride and review -
Hey kids it’s the Missenden Flyer here, hope you’re well. Today I’m going to be showing you the 2017 white van. So stick around and Stay tuned and I’ll tell ya what I think of her.
Jool Now that would be a hilarious; TMF rents a Transit & does a review 😂😂😂
Sounds like a good idea for April next year.
Cherry on
Thank you thank you . I like mine glad you rode it .mines the gt model love it
Thank you thank you !! Love the versus. The it comes with side cases
Yes! Finally 😊😊.. looking forward on your review on kawasaki naked bikes. As always good content, Thank you sir
One of the best two up bikes,smooth and affordable.my Mrs prefered it over the 1290 ktm on a recent back to back short test ride. So did I actually,especially the 8k saving.Good review as usual ,nice to see you out on the more working man 's machines..
Always lovely listening to TMF's reviews packed full of info and tips. Had to chuckle at 16:18, with your comment about the 250 grams weight of the bike.... lightest bike in the history of bikes. Lol 😂😂
Excellent review, very professional, you sound like a radio presenter! love the Versys 1000, such a great all rounder, subbed for more!
Thank you Blaby Biker - Great to have you along!
Splendid review as always. Nice to see you on a kwak. Hopefully more in the coming!
Yep - sure will!
Great to see you test and review the cruiser range of Kawasaki and Harley’s.
You only need to push the SEL button don't need to hold it down and you can change it whilst riding.
The bike you also ride was a standard spec by the look of it (except the exhaust)
The GT is the better spec
Hi Andy,
Finally subscribed, after enjoying your channel for the last 4 years
Your excellent review was instrumental in helping me to buy a used MY13 V1000, replacing a faithful old V-Strom 650
As a serial monogamist bike owner, it was paramount to choose wisely.
After 2 years and 25,000km, the 'Ugly Duckling' is a real hoot. We have a blast between lockdowns, touring here in Oz.
I'm a middle-aged rider, whose 6'6" frame unfortunately excludes many excellent bikes.
The 'big bike' comfort, performance, reliablity and fuel range suit me perfectly.
Thanks again, mate
My pleasure Mike - welcome along!
Brilliant bikes. My 1st bike was a Kawasaki KH100 30 years ago, oh happy days. Great video.
Got the same one same year same color. Just done a 3k trip round Europe great. Head light my grip too. Thanks as always great video
People always underrate kawasaki's. Ive had my fare share of them and would go back to one in a flash. Always been reliable tools for me. Tried the versys 1000 last year and almost bought one. Superb bike. Good review as always Tmf.
Thanks for watching and for stopping buy! All the best - TMF
Good Evening TMF ,a nice bike and thank you for the review and take care.
Another quality review TMF. A couple of bikes I hope you get to test and review when they're available are the Z900 and also the Ninja 400. Also if you get the chance, a test and review of a Honda Crossrunner would be good.
Keep the awesome videos coming TMF!
Will do Reece - cheers...
Great to see you on a Kawasaki, I got a Versys 650 as my first big bike. Two cylinder version. Love it, I might upgrade to the 1000 in the future. Great bang for buck I think.
I got the 650 too, 2017 year. The fuel economy is just sublime, I'm at 450 kilometers on the trip meter (after filling up) and I still have some fuel left in the tank (not city riding though). I'll see if I can get it to 500. :)
Great review as usual !
Great review , you must get yourself a ride on the 2019 SE .What a bike !!! should imagine it will surprise a few people
Another good video TMF. You may remember I messaged you a few months ago following an excellent review by you of the VStrom 650. Well I decided to go for the Versys 650 and picked it up from Stoke on Saturday, and rode it back to Belfast. My first bike, and first solo ride. Also, I believe you met my father and brother in law at the NEC! Keep the videos coming! And I look forward to your first tour in Ireland!
Congratulations David - enjoy the new bike and ride safe!
Thanks for the review. I used to own a Kaw zx-900r sportbike. Love the slime green color. No mistaking the brand. :)
Although I am not a Harley fan, it would be interesting to listen to your opinions of it.
Great news, looking forward to you testing more Kawasaki models
Me too!
Great review again. I agree about the lights. It's my no.1 gripe on my S1000XR!
I'm led to believe that the reason is so vehicles pulling out don't mistake it for car headlights further away...
Love your reviews!
I just purchased the 2017 Triumph Tiger Explorer XCx, but I still enjoying listening to your reviews on other bikes!
That's the spirit!
Nearly bought one .had the z1000sx but decided to go for mt09 tracer brilliant bike and dose what it says on the tin another grate review 👍
I have the 650 version of this bike. Its my first "big" bike after passing my test and I love it... seriously considered buying the 1000, but thought it might be a bit big for a first bike after having a 125cc
Brilliant review.... Very informative.... Thank you.... 👍👍👍
Great review TMF, as always. I must agree with you regarding the two head lights; it looks out of balance with just one light on, as if one is not working.
I rode my Versys1000 MK2 all around Spain from barcelona down to Jerez then up to santander.UNBEATABLE springs to mind
Another solid video review TMF. It would be great to see you review the new Z1000SX. Keep up the great work and welcome to the world of Kawasaki.
Thank you Adam....
Now THAT is a proper gauge cluster. Beautiful! The analog tachometer is required.
Another great review, please do a ZZR 1400 soon.
Always great reviews , TMF would love to see you do a review on Ducati hypermotard sp . Thinking of getting one, would like your opinion . 👍
Been waiting for you to review this bike for a while glad you like it . I have had mine just over 12months now and love it I have full spec gt modal toured Scotland in September 2up fully loaded and pouring with rain all week handled beautiful . Not sure why you had trouble changeing ride modes on the fly . True it is a bit of a fiddle but will change on the fly . Nice review
Thanks for the clarification TattyDad...
A great review as always, I decided to go back to some of your old reviews and this stood out as I think this is an underrated bike. Although there have been some big updates with the Versys, all be it, the engine has remained the same, it’s interesting to see your view on this version, as a 6 year old one really is good value for money. It’s a credit to Kawasaki that they have continued with the same engine, which really gives you an indication on the reliability. It would be interesting to see your thoughts on the new current SE version which was updated in 2021. 👍🏼
I agree. Time to revisit the mighty Versys Thou TMF.
I test rode this bike a few days ago, I was able to change the riding modes while moving. I just had to close the throttle completely and then do it. I am going to be picking up mine this coming week.
Congratulations!
Great review. I follow all your video logs. Could you review the versys-650 next? Great middle weight touring option in my books.
Been waiting a long time for Kawasaki reviews.
Hope you do the 650 lineup (Ninja, Z, Versys)
Awesome review again, although and maybe because I have 650 strom, I would choose the 1000 VStrom mainly due to overall costs. 44mpg for a commuter bike is a bit low for me but you're right its a good all rounder like the Vstrom if your budget is under £11k.
Thanks for an excellent review. Having owned the SV 650 and 1000, I haven't been tempted by a V-Strom in either size. Both were slow handling and feel quite dated compared to a modern bike and I have no doubt the Strom does as well. The Versys on the other hand looks to be quite modern and fit. Glad also to see that it has a removable tailsection, so many bikes in this class do not. I have had the misfortune to bend these on occasion and they are much nicer to replace with bolts than welds as well as making the bike easier to service.
I had an 04 650strom and 03 1000 Strom, now I have a 2016 vesys 1000 .
Another excellent review MTG . Nice to see a review of a different bike than usual .Will that mean other test rides from that particular dealer ? .Think you mentioned they were HONDA dealers as well
Thanks again BOB
Always a white van or three to get in your way whenever you test ride a good bike. I'll seriously consider this one should I one day feel the need to come down a notch from my GSA 1200.
Great review by the way. I agree with you two comments on the controls. I test drove one of these in April and ordered one a few days later. I took the GT model with heated grips and sat nav. I have found that my wife gets wet and or dirty if the side panniers are not fitted, this is due to a badly designed hugger. It needs replacing and extended. I have coated the brightwork - Nuts etc with several co
Nice one Pete....
Just back from Motorcycle Live, first time visit with the family! I really liked the new Duke 790, also would be nice to see a comparison of the Versys 650 and Ninja 650 pretty please. Great review as always. Keep up the good work!
Cheers Neil
TMF, glad you finally got out on a big green machine. I can't believe you never rode a Kawasaki. I owned an 01 ZRX1200 for 15 years. I have to say it was one of the best engines ever! I currently ride a 14 Versey 650 (ugly ducklingl). It's a little buzzy out on the highway, but it's a lot of fun on secondary country roads. Hope you get to do more reviews from Kawasaki. Cheers, Rich
...well I just remembered I did test ride an ER6 many moons ago....forgot about that one!
Good review TMF,im sure a previous incarnation of the Versys was actually identical to the V-Strom,just different badge and a slightly higher spec.I'll always remember Abingdon,spent a week there courtesy of the ATC Cadets many moons ago.Look forward to more of your rides.
Mine's been great. Wish they'd put a drive shaft on it though. Love that aftermarket pipe. Looks so much smaller and it isn't annoyingly loud.
A few niggles I had were:
1. Windshield too small for pillion. Aftermarket to the rescue.
2. Grips are too skinny for me. Thank you Grip Puppy.
3. I found Full Power mode rather jerky. I left it in Rain mode most of the time until I got a Power Commander with a proper map. Now unless I'm riding it off road, it stays in Full Power mode.
4. Lowered it front and rear an inch. Front was just dropping the trees on the forks. Used a link at the rear. At least two mfgs make good products for this. Best part is, no suspension travel was harmed in the making of my midget bike.
5. Put a bash plate on it to protect the oil filter off road.
6. Shad provided a much cheaper and slightly larger top box.
7. Added highway pegs to stretch out the legs on longer rides.
8. Rebuilt the seat with Seat Concepts foam and cover. Firmed it up a bit. Stocker wasn't too bad, but it seemed like a fun project. Came out nice.
My initial set of rotors was warped and replaced under warranty at 13k miles. Bike now has > 36k miles. New brakes have been fine as has everything else. Had the valves checked twice. Yet to have one out of spec.
Bang for the buck it's among the best. If you need a slick cellphone dash with integrated kitchen sink, this ain't it. But the bones of the bike are solid.
Funny thing about riding modes. On this one on the road, I'm like you, set and forget. On my Thruxton, I change them quite a bit. When it's cold out, the Thruxton gets really jerky in Sport and even Road mode. Rain mode feels really good to me. Makes it feel more like an older twin. Much easier to corner hard without the jerky throttle.
When it's warm, Road mode works really well. Sport mode can still be a bit much to keep things smooth, though it's nice on the highway. I use a throttle lock so I don't get a lot of herky jerky, but it pours on the power quick of I need to overtake someone.
Shaft drive mmmmmm .... also an under engine exhaust like the 650 versys. It would get rid of that ugliness.
James: An under engine exhaust would certainly better than the stock pipe, but I think the Akra on Missiden's bike is rather handsome back there. See 8:55 into the vid.
You still got the bike? And yes, a shaft would make so much sense for the type of riding people will be doing on a big bore Versys.....
@@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne I traded it last Sept for a Road King. Had 56+k miles on it and still ran great. I have a bad leg from an incident with a deer and swinging my leg over low slung HDs is easier.
@@saddle8bag Thanks for the reply. Enjoy the HD...
Got my 2016 Versys 1000LT in July 2016 ....Great Bike...
Nice review again. I would like to see you review the Honda Crosstourer to compare to this and the V-STROM, since they are mostly road rather then off-road.
Can't wait for you to review the all new 2019 Versys 1000 SE LT. It's laden with a bunch of new features...about time there Kawasaki !! What's a sport-tourer without electronic cruise?
I have "variable power" modes on my bikes its usually called the right wrist....LOL. Love the good old simplistic bike like this. No extra butons, just turn the key, thunb the starter and off you go!!! Thanks for the review. One of the great values is the Kawasaki line. Just looked at a new 2017 zz14r for $13,000. But the new 1000 Versys was next to it at $11,000. A whole different kind of bike but 13 K is a great deal.
Thanks for watching and for stopping by! All the best - TMF
Good review! Would love to see you do a review on a Z1000sx a bike I own but would love to know your thoughts. Cheers
I wish the manufacturers would put Cruise control on this level of motorcycle. It looks good! Lots of good things about this bike. Thanks for the review! Always a fair and honest review.
You're super welcome and agreed!
Grand job as always!
Thank you...
Great rewies and great content on your videos, thanks TheMissendenFlyer for your amazing job on this channel, said that i have to ask you to please make a review of the Ducati Multistrada 950, Greetings from Portugal
It's in the can Miguel - my latest long termer is the MTS 950 :0)
Great review and agree its a great bike. I am biased however because I own one! Welcome to Kawasaki....would love to see you ride the new Z900RS. Cheers
Me too - I'm working on it!!
Enjoyed this review (and you were on a bit of road that I know). Lovely looking bike. As others have said, it would be great if you could try out the 650 at some point as well, as a direct comparison with the V-Strom. Both are on my list of possible future purchases (not to be repeated within earshot of SWMBO!).
Been waiting for that one many thanks .the other one I want to see a review is the gtr1400 I can’t get a decent uk review on this bike as this is the one I’m looking at many thanks
I knew you'd like it. :) Thanks for the review.
Absolutely loved my versys 650. I just felt it was about 30-40 hp short of being perfect for me, which is why I now have a tracer 900
Is IT better than the versys ?
@@fingerscrossed2317
For the money the versys 650 Lt is hard to beat. Yes the Tracer 900 GT is a better & more powerful bike with more electronics, but is also atleast $4000 more. It's all in what you want to spend. Wish they would update the current 650 Lt to match the Tracer Gt as far as power & features. They updated the 1000 why not update the 650?
How's pillion comfort on tracer and Versys 650. Are they highway capable with a pillion?
100% agreed. I've had soo many bikes but I loved the versys 650. It was almost perfect. Imagine that bike with the z900 motor in it. That would be a gem!
I traded my 2014 Kawasaki Concourse 14 for the 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000LT, because the Concourse was to heavy to ride in the city, but the Versys is an all around delight to ride ! Thanks for the nice review. Now I want to go ride if the weather isn't to bad ?
I always park my bikes in gear.
Always. This was highlighted when i gave a mate a go on my new zzr1200. Left it in neutral, for 10 seconds and it rolled forward boom. £500 of damage. He paid for it but, the silver didnt match proper, so i had to sell it. He learned his lesson.
Great review thanks... looks like a great bike.. might take one for a spin when the weather's cheered up a bit... take care TMF.
Cheers - always good to have you along! All the best - TMF
Kawasaki has awesome clutches, also on z900 etc. I love that.
Great review!
I do love Kawasakis. I have a serious soft spot for them. Unfortunately a major down point is the service intervals. Only 3.5k.
Love mine, first thing I changed was the screen. Got an MRA Vario and it’s lovely 👍🏽
They work well don't they!
Yes! Bought the screen based on your praise in other videos :) - cheers!
One more brand in your arsenal. Well done sir!
Cheers Stephen - nice new avatar there bud!
Nice bike and review. I took a closer inspection of this bike at the NEC recently and was suitably impressed. Two bike reviews I’d like to see you do are the big Yamaha Ténéré and how about the MV Agusta Brutale (if you can find a dealer that is). Let me know if you need an assistant👍
Wow! Looks fun!
Hi mate, another great review team green, i think you should try and get a run out on a zx10 , luv to see that, cheers ride safe...🏍👍👍
Just rode both of these (the DL 1000 V-Strom and Versys 1000) this morning and I am in agreement with you - the Versys is a better bike all round I think, but chiefly for me was the engine. A big four seems to suit the style of bike more than a big twin?
It's a long way from you but I went to P&H Motorcycles in Crawley - they're franchised for Suzuki, Yamaha, KTM, Kawazaki, Honda and Ducati.
Great review as always, would like to see a review of the z1000 sx...
Stay tuned Dave, I'm hoping to ride it in the future!
Another great review just easy to watch and informative. Would have been useful to go through the luggage options available and whether you think this is a viable alternative to the more expensive GS/KTM etc. Also the issue about one headlight I think may be a regulation (2 headlights close together can give the impression that you are a car some distance away) and so on dip at least you can only have 1 headlight on. Saves people mistakenly pulling out in front of you. Keep up the good work. I'd like your take on a Ducati Multistrada if you ever get the chance.
Stay tuned - next long termer is the 950 MTS.....
I've got the 650 grand tour version still plenty power . Always ride this bike with the misses on the back.
Super comfortable . Suspension is excellent on bumpy roads.
Absolutely love it .
Kawasaki motorcycles always seem well put together ..
PS Not as nice as my other bike the triumph Street twin .but the Kawasaki is a lot more comfortable on your backside on longer rides .
Paul The Grump - First comment I've read anywhere about the 650 with a pillion, thanks. How do you find it with a pillion, panniers, top box and going up hill? Does it struggle?
Humphrey Humbottom
Absolutely fine don't get me wrong it's only a 650 and my wife is medium build .
But it pulls fine leaves cars behind anyway .
Loads of storage.
And so comfortable
And the suspension makes a great job of bumps .
I love it.
It's the 2016 model
And I've fitted the MRA touring screen .
Paul The Grump
Great, thanks!
Hard to disagree with anything there - it seems just a well-done bike.
I do like the looks of the big Versys, but as others have pointed out (including your good self) it is just a shame it does not have shaft drive. Nonetheless, I am still keen on them. In future reviews of chain drive machines, could you possibly mention how many miles as a rule between chain adjustment?
Excellent! As always. Thank you TMF!
Thank you....
Another very good review.
Do a review of the new Versys1000 2020. Would like to hear your opinion on the bikes quality and price point. Keep up the good work!
Fantastic review. Thanks.
Thanks for the kind comments - much appreciated! All the best - TMF
absolutely beautiful. Would've liked it to be compared to a crosstourer and a 1200 süper tenere
Looks the part but it's a bit green (I'm a Hearts fan) and those mirrors are naff. The dash and dials look a bit long in the tooth too, it's just a mass of black. Thanks again for a top review. Is the new Street Triple R review you mentioned coming any time soon?
Had a go on a 2017 Versys 1000 the other day. Super competent and an excellent all-rounder but if anything, a bit boring and as we all know, we don't buy bikes with our heads alone but rather with our hearts... The Versys simply can't cut the mustard! Btw, a Harley Review would be awesome.
Great job as always! Thanks.
Cheers Marcio!
Hi Mr flyer. I've had both kinds of dual headlights. It really is pros and cons. Single light on will be an h7 globe which is a more efficient output than the h4 found in dual lights. They should last longer and put less strain on the alternator on low beam. The big difference at night is that you get low beam shape and high beam over the top of that meaning more light in the closer range. Again pros and cons. With an upgraded globe set I'm very OK with h7 on my tdm900.
Would love to see a review of the Multistrada Enduro. Even a comparison between the GSA and the KTM would be sweet.
finally a kawasaki! been waiting for this day
Yep - more to come I'm sure.....
great to see you on the Versys, been wondering when you'd get to it, tell us your thoughts on it v's the tracer 900.
Slick bike...I’m getting the 2018 black and red one with fog lamps. 👍🏻
Nice!
Nice to gain access to another major manufacture. You should be spoilt for choice when reviewing. Nice to be able to do comparisons, it helps prospective buyers.