Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Cfmoto 800mt
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Cfmoto 800mt. 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. Cfmoto 800mt: 95 hp @ 8,750 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish a top speed figure), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Versys 1000
Cfmoto 800mt
Horsepower (hp)
120 hp
95 hp
Torque (Nm)
102 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
255 kg
218 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
120 hp @ 9,000 rpm
95 hp @ 8,750 rpm
Torque
102 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
80 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish a top speed figure)
Weight
255 kg (wet/curb weight — SE model with semi-active suspension)
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
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
Cfmoto 800mt
7.5/10
"Exceptional used value if a dealer lives nearby."
Pros
+Strong, characterful parallel twin
+Premium electronics, budget price
+Semi-active suspension actually works
Cons
−Parts availability still patchy
−Snatchy low-speed throttle response
−Dealer network remains thin
Top 10 Accessories
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