Kawasaki Versys 650 BS6 launched at Rs. 6.79 lakh

The Kawasaki Versys 650 now comes with a BS6-compliant engine. The updated tourer is priced at Rs. 6.79 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Versys 650 BS6 is powered by an updated 649cc, twin-cylinder engine which now produces 65 BHP @ 8,500 rpm and 61 Nm @ 7,000 rpm. The BS6 version of the engine is slightly down on power (3 BHP) and torque (3 Nm) compared to the BS4 version. The engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox.

Other than the engine, the bike does not feature any major changes. It rides on 41 mm upside down fork suspension with 150 mm travel and a monoshock at the rear with 145 mm of travel. It is equipped with twin 300 mm petal type discs with 2-piston calipers at the front and a 250 mm petal type disc with a single piston caliper at the rear.

The Versys 650 comes with a twin headlamp setup and an adjustable windscreen. It has wide handlebars and a stepped seat. The semi-digital instrument cluster comes with a gear indicator. The bike has a 21 litre fuel tank and rides on 17-inch alloy wheels.

The Versys 650 BS6 is available in a single Candy Lime Green colour.