Honda Crosstourer 1200 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Crosstourer 1200 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000. Honda Crosstourer 1200: 129 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 261 kg (wet/curb weight, standard transmission; DCT model approx. 267 kg) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Kawasaki Versys 1000: 120 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 255 kg (wet/curb weight — SE model with semi-active suspension) weight, top speed 220 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Crosstourer 1200
Kawasaki Versys 1000
Horsepower (hp)
129 hp
120 hp
Torque (Nm)
123 Nm
102 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
220 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
261 kg
255 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
129 hp @ 10,000 rpm
120 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
123 Nm @ 8,750 rpm
102 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h (estimated)
220 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
Weight
261 kg (wet/curb weight, standard transmission; DCT model approx. 267 kg)
255 kg (wet/curb weight — SE model with semi-active suspension)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Crosstourer 1200
7.8/10
"A genuinely special tourer that rewards patient, experienced buyers enormously."
Pros
+V4 soundtrack is exceptional
+DCT transforms long-distance riding
+Shaft drive, zero chain fuss
Cons
−Serious screen buffeting issues
−Heavy, limited off-road ability
−Scarce aftermarket parts support
Kawasaki Versys 1000
8.2/10
"The unglamorous workhorse that outperforms bikes twice its price."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Genuinely adjustable suspension
+Strong wind protection
Cons
−Seat foam deteriorates quickly
−Styling divides opinion sharply
−Early ABS feels grabby
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