Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda X-adv 750
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Versys 1000
Honda X-adv 750
Horsepower (hp)
120 hp
58 hp
Torque (Nm)
102 Nm
69 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
255 kg
238 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
120 hp @ 9,000 rpm
58 hp @ 6,750 rpm
Torque
102 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
69 Nm @ 4,750 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
175 km/h
Weight
255 kg (wet/curb weight — SE model with semi-active suspension)
238 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L)
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
Honda X-adv 750
8.0/10
"A genuinely clever machine that rewards patient, practical riders hugely."
Pros
+DCT gearbox genuinely excellent
+Brilliant underseat storage capacity
+Strong, smooth 750cc engine
Cons
−Fork seals leak on early bikes
−Too heavy for real offroad
−Tall seat height excludes shorties
Top 10 Accessories
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