Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Yamaha Tenere 700
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
Yamaha Tenere 700
Horsepower (hp)
120 hp
72 hp
Torque (Nm)
102 Nm
68 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
255 kg
204 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
120 hp @ 9,000 rpm
72 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
102 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
68 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
170 km/h (estimated; Yamaha does not officially publish a figure)
Weight
255 kg (wet/curb weight — SE model with semi-active suspension)
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approximately 18–22 km/L 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
Yamaha Tenere 700
8.5/10
"The adventure bike that actually delivers on its promises."
Pros
+Incredibly reliable CP2 engine
+Lightweight for the class
+Strong used parts ecosystem
Cons
−Suspension needs upgrading eventually
−Fuel range genuinely disappointing
−Vibration noticeable above 80mph
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
