2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs 2022 Yamaha Tenere 700

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000

Sport touring

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
643.9 pounds
2022 Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 Yamaha Tenere 700

Sport touring

Engine
Twin, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
452.0 pounds
Full Specifications
General
ColoursRealtree APG HD camouflageTeam Yamaha Blue, Raven
Warranty12 Months1 Year Limited Factory Warranty
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)6.1 inches9.4 inches
Ground Clearance (mm)155 mm240 mm
Height (in.)55.3 inches57.3 inches
Height (mm)1,405 mm1455 mm
Length (in.)88.0 inches93.3 inches
Length (mm)2,235 mm2370 mm
Seat Height (mm)845 mm874 mm
Wheelbase (in.)59.8 inches62.8 inches
Wheelbase (mm)1,520 mm1595 mm
Width (in.)35.4 inches35.6 inches
Width (mm)900 mm904 mm
Seat Height (in.)33.3 inches34.4 inches
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (lbs.)526.9 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)5.55 gallons4.20 US gallons
Dry Weight (kg)239-
Wet Weight (kg)292.1 kg205.0 kg
Oil Capacity (Quarts)-3.17 US quarts
Wet Weight (lbs.)643.9 pounds452.0 pounds
Fuel Capacity (l)21.00 litres15.90 litres
Oil Capacity (l)-3.00 litres
Performance
Max Torque102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 1040068.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 Revolutions">RPM
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.4870 HP/kg-
Engine
Fuel ControlDOHCDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.0 x 2.2 inches3.1 x 2.7 inches
Bore x Stroke (mm)77.0 x 56.0 mm80.0 x 68.6 mm
Displacement (cc)1043.00 cc689.0 cc
Displacement (ci)63.64 cubic inches42.04 cubic inches
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-strokeTwin, four-stroke
CO2-99.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel SystemInjectionInjection
Compression Ratio10.3:111.5:1
Engine LubricationForced lubrication, wet sumpWet sump
Fuel Consumption-4.30 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l or 54.70 mpg)
IgnitionDigitalTCI
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System44
Drivetrain
ClutchWet mDouble disk, manualWet, Multiple
Final DriveChainChain   (final drive)
Gearbox-6-speed
Primary DriveSealed chain-
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)-8.3 inches
Trail (mm)-104 mm
Trail (in.)-4.1 inches
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)-201 mm
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)-211 mm
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)-7.9 inches
Frame TypeAluminium twin-tubeSteel tube backbone, double cradle
Suspension - Front43 mm inverted fork with stepless43mm inverted fork, fully-adjustable
Suspension - RearHorizontal Back-link, gas-charged,Single shock, adjustable preload (w/remote adjuster) and rebound damping
Rake27.0°27.0°
Electrical Systems
Instrumentation-Multi-function LCD display with gear position, fuel level, two trip meters and estimated fuel range, average and instant fuel consumption
Lighting system30W x 2 halogenHeadlight nacelle with quad LED headlights
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - FrontDouble discDouble disc. Hydraulic. Selectable ABS.
Brakes - RearSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic. Selectable ABS.
Rims-Spoked wheels. Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires
Tyres - Front25/8-1290/90-R21
Tyres - Rear25/10-12-