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S1000XR vs Versys 1000

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BMW S1000XR
Ex-showroom

₹2,045,000 - ₹2,495,000

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Kawasaki Versys 1000
Ex-showroom

₹325,000 - ₹1,290,000

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Value check

Start with price: BMW S1000XR at ₹2,045,000 - ₹2,495,000; Kawasaki Versys 1000 at ₹325,000 - ₹1,290,000.

Body style

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Powertrain

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Starting Price

Different

BMW S1000XR

₹2,045,000 - ₹2,495,000

Kawasaki Versys 1000

₹325,000 - ₹1,290,000

Power

Different

BMW S1000XR

165 HP @ 11000 rpm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

120 HP @ 9000 rpm

Torque

Different

BMW S1000XR

114 Nm @ 9250 rpm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

102 Nm @ 7500 rpm

Mileage / Range

Different

BMW S1000XR

In terms of performance, the 1000cc adventure bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.3 seconds.

Kawasaki Versys 1000

In terms of performance, the 1000cc adventure bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.1 seconds.

Length

BMW S1000XR

2333 mm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

2270 mm

Width

BMW S1000XR

917 mm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

895 mm

Ground Clearance

BMW S1000XR

-

Kawasaki Versys 1000

150 mm

Images

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BMW S1000XR

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Kawasaki Versys 1000

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 107 technical specs across 6 categories with 41 highlighted differences.

Total specs

107

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Other Features

28 differences in this category

Other Features
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Performance

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

In terms of performance, the 1000cc adventure bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.3 seconds.

Kawasaki Versys 1000

****

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

Aluminium Composite Bridge Frame, Partially Self-Supporting Engine

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Twin-Tube, Aluminium

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

Racing Red with White Aluminium Metallic Matte, Ice Grey

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Candy Lime Green/Metallic Spark Black, Pearl Stardust White/Metallic Spark Black

Cooling

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

Water/Oil-Cooled

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Liquid Cooled

Service Reminder

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

Kawasaki Versys 1000, Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT, Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Ducati Multistrada 950, BMW F900XR, Suzuki V-Strom 1000, Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L, Triumph Tiger 900, BMW F 850 GS, Suzuki GSX-S1000F, Ducati Multistrada V4 S, Kawasaki Vulcan S

Turn Signal Light (Front)

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

LED

Kawasaki Versys 1000

LED

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

12.5:1

Kawasaki Versys 1000

10.3:1

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

120/70-ZR17

Kawasaki Versys 1000

120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W)

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

****

Kawasaki Versys 1000

****

Permitted Total Weight

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

450 kg

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

140 mm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

152 mm

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Adventure

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Adventure

Odometer

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Digital

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Digital

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

BMW S1000XR price is Rs 22.10 lakh (ex-showroom).

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Kawasaki Versys 1000 price is Rs 12.31 lakh (ex-showroom).

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

LED

Kawasaki Versys 1000

LED

Top Speed

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

BMW S1000XR top speed is 200+ kmph (company-claimed).

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Kawasaki Versys 1000 top speed is 240 kmph (speedo-indicated).

Pillion Grabrail

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

ABS

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

BMW Motorrad Race ABS, Partially Integral, Switchable

Kawasaki Versys 1000

2-Channel ABS

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Chain 17/45

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Low Oil Indicator

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Ride Modes

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Rain, Road

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

Six-Speed Synchromesh Gearbox with Spur Gears

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Return

Wheel Size

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

17-inch

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

228 kg

Kawasaki Versys 1000

255 kg

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

150 mm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

150 mm

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Digital

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Digital

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

4

Kawasaki Versys 1000

4

Head Light

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

LED

Kawasaki Versys 1000

LED

Design

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

****

Kawasaki Versys 1000

****

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

1548 mm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

1520 mm

Self Cancelling Indicators

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Low Battery Indicator

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

6

Kawasaki Versys 1000

6

Stroke

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

49.7 mm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

56 mm

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Cast Aluminium Wheels

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Build Quality

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

****

Kawasaki Versys 1000

****

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

Aluminium Double-Sided Swing-Arm, Central Spring Strut, Electronic Preload Adjuster, Electronic Self-Adjusting Rebound/Compression Damping (Dynamic ESA)

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Horizontal Back-Link, Gas-Charged, with Rebound Damping and Remote Spring Preload Adjustability

Riding Modes

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Digital

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Digital

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Battery Type

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Maintenance Free

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Maintenance Free

Braking System

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

BMW-Motorrad 2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Kawasaki Versys 1000

2-Channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Capacity

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

9Ah

Kawasaki Versys 1000

8Ah

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

2.9 secs

Kawasaki Versys 1000

3.1 secs

Steering Angle

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

65.1 Degree

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Clutch

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Multiplate Clutch in Oil Bath, Slipper Clutch, Self-Reinforcing

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

BMW S1000XR

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Kawasaki Versys 1000 (New Model)

Bore

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

80.0 mm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

77 mm

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

6.00 x 17"

Kawasaki Versys 1000

17-inch

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

46mm Upside-Down Telescopic Forks, Electronic Self-Adjusting Rebound/Compression Damping (Dynamic ESA)

Kawasaki Versys 1000

43 mm Inverted Forks with Rebound Damping (Right-Side) and Spring Preload Adjustability

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

On Road Price

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

BMW S1000XR on road price is Rs 25.44 lakh in Delhi, Rs 26.30 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 25.75 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 26.08 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest BMW dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Kawasaki Versys 1000 on road price is Rs 14.17 lakh in Delhi, Rs 14.65 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 14.34 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 14.53 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Kawasaki dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Tachometer

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

Digital

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Analog

Gear Indicator

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Alternator

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

493W

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Turn Signal Light (Rear)

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

LED

Kawasaki Versys 1000

LED

Voltage

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

12V

Kawasaki Versys 1000

12V

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

190/55-ZR17

Kawasaki Versys 1000

180/55-ZR17 M/C (73W)

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Yes

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Maximum Payload

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

224 kg

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Caster

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

116 mm

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Not listed

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

BS6-Compliant

Kawasaki Versys 1000

BS6-Compliant

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

The Challenge of Curves and Miles

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Change Your View

Clock

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Digital

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Digital

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Available

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Available

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

BMW S1000XR

3.50 x 17"

Kawasaki Versys 1000

17-inch

Electronic Throttle Valves

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Valve System

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

DOHC, 16 Valves

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

150 mm

Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC)

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Ignition

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Digital

Kawasaki Intelligent ABS (KIBS)

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Trail

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

106 mm

Cruise Control

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes

Rake

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

27°

Temperature Gauge

Other Features

Same

BMW S1000XR

Not listed

Kawasaki Versys 1000

Digital

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about S1000XR vs Versys 1000

Which is better among BMW S1000XR and Kawasaki Versys 1000?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare BMW S1000XR and Kawasaki Versys 1000 by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do BMW S1000XR and Kawasaki Versys 1000 prices compare?

Based on the available data, BMW S1000XR is listed with ₹2,045,000 - ₹2,495,000, while Kawasaki Versys 1000 is listed with ₹325,000 - ₹1,290,000. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for BMW S1000XR and Kawasaki Versys 1000?

The detailed specifications section on this page groups available values by category and highlights differences so you can compare all vehicles without opening multiple tabs.

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