The Kawasaki Versys-X 300 was first introduced in 2016 as the lowest budget model in the Versys lineup aimed at aspiring motorcycle riders. The model is based on the engine from the sports version Kawasaki Ninja 300, which practically did not change (only the intake system, filter box changed, lighter pistons were installed) migrated to Versys-X 300 - this is a 2-cylinder in-line liquid block cooling, producing about 40 hp. power and almost 26 Nm of torque. The motor is high-speed, with a maximum characteristic of 10,000-11,000 rpm. Transmission - 6-speed, with a slipping clutch.
The frame of the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 is a steel structure, the supporting element of which is the engine. The motorcycle suspensions are budgetary - a conventional telescopic fork in the front and a monoshock with adjustable preload at the rear, travel - 130 and 148 mm, respectively.
The braking system is fully disc - one disc per front and rear wheel. ABS system available.
The touring options available on the Kawasaki Versys 300 include saddlebags, tubular steel engine guards, LED fog lights and hand guards.
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Specifications Kawasaki Versys-X:
| Model | Kawasaki Versys-X 300 |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle type | tourist enduro |
| Release year | 2017+ |
| Frame | steel tubular |
| Engine type | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line |
| Working volume | 296 cc cm. |
| Bore / Stroke | 62.0 x 49.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.6: 1 |
| Cooling | liquid |
| Number of valves per cylinder | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Fuel supply system | injector |
| Ignition type | transistor |
| Maximum power | 40.0 h.p. (29.3 kW) at 11,500 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 25.7 Nm (2.6 kgf * m) @ 10,000 rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Drive type | chain |
| Front tire size | 100 / 90-19M / C (57S) |
| Rear tire size | 130 / 80-17M / C (65S) |
| Front brakes | 1 disc, 290 mm, 2-piston caliper (ABS) |
| Rear brakes | 1 disc, 220 mm, 2-piston caliper |
| Front suspension | 41mm telescopic fork, 130mm travel |
| Rear suspension | linkage Unitrak with monoshock (adjustable preload), stroke - 148 mm |
| Motorcycle length | 2170 mm |
| Motorcycle width | 860 mm |
| Motorcycle height | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1450 mm |
| Saddle height | 845 mm |
| Acceleration to 100 km / h | 6.5 sec |
| Maximum speed | 170 km / h |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.0 l |
| Motorcycle weight (curb) | 175 kg (ABS version) |
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