Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Cfmoto 650mt
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Cfmoto 650mt. 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. Cfmoto 650mt: ~71 hp @ 8,750 rpm hp, 216 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~175 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not officially publish), Motoryk rating 7.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Versys 650
Cfmoto 650mt
Horsepower (hp)
69 hp
71 hp
Torque (Nm)
64 Nm
62 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
195 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
216 kg
216 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
69 hp @ 8,500 rpm
~71 hp @ 8,750 rpm
Torque
64 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
~62 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
195 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed)
~175 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not officially publish)
Weight
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.2 L/100km (approx. 19.2 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx. 18–22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
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
Cfmoto 650mt
7.2/10
"Genuinely capable budget adventure tourer that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Exceptional value for money
+KYB suspension genuinely impressive
+Comfortable long-distance ergonomics
Cons
−TFT washes out in sun
−Sidestand switch reliability issues
−Early throttle body hunting problems
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