Cfmoto 650gt vs Kawasaki Versys 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Cfmoto 650gt vs Kawasaki Versys 650. Cfmoto 650gt: 61 hp @ 8,750 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Kawasaki Versys 650: 69 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 216 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 195 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Cfmoto 650gt
Kawasaki Versys 650
Horsepower (hp)
61 hp
69 hp
Torque (Nm)
62 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
229 kg
216 kg
Type
Touring
Adventure
Horsepower
61 hp @ 8,750 rpm
69 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
62 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
64 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
195 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed)
Weight
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.2 L/100km (approx. 19.2 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Cfmoto 650gt
7.5/10
"Sensible, capable tourer that rewards pragmatic riders over brand loyalists."
Pros
+Exceptional value for money
+Smooth, tractable parallel twin
+Effective long-distance fairing
Cons
−Parts availability still inconsistent
−Soft suspension needs upgrading
−Brand perception still recovering
Kawasaki Versys 650
7.8/10
"The sensible adventurer's choice that quietly does everything well."
Pros
+Extremely reliable parallel twin
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Soft suspension needs upgrading
−Uninspiring visual presence
−Wind protection merely adequate
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