Yamaha Xt660z Tenere vs Kawasaki Versys 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xt660z Tenere vs Kawasaki Versys 650. Yamaha Xt660z Tenere: 48 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 206 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h (estimated; note: varies by load and conditions), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xt660z Tenere
Kawasaki Versys 650
Horsepower (hp)
48 hp
69 hp
Torque (Nm)
60 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
206 kg
216 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
48 hp @ 6,000 rpm
69 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
60 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
64 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h (estimated; note: varies by load and conditions)
195 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed)
Weight
206 kg (wet/curb weight)
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
5.2 L/100km (approx. 19.2 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xt660z Tenere
7.5/10
"Tough, honest adventure bike that earns respect on dirt roads."
Pros
+Indestructible single-cylinder engine
+Excellent real-world torque
+Comfortable for long distances
Cons
−Rear shock deteriorates quickly
−Motorway cruising feels strained
−Heavy for a single
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
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