Kawasaki Versys 650 Mods
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- Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
- Welcome to MotoMirth! Here I introduce my first and thus far only motorcycle, a 2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 along with the modifications I and the previous owner have made: Akrapovic full exhaust system, SW Motech handguards, Oxford heated grips, RAM mount, chain & sprockets gearing, ECU flash, lithium-ion battery. In the video, I forgot to mention the SHAD luggage system (top case and panniers) that have greatly improved the touring capability of the Versys. I hope to share future rides and other motorcycle related mirth.
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Nice set of mods. Great review of a solid bike.
Kawasaki. 💚
Versys 650 ✅
I have a 2018. 650 Versys , I love it 60 mpg
So awesome!! Love it. Please keep posting. Future subjects: why did you choose this bike? How did you select riding gear (helmets, jacket, boots, etc)? What was your experience learning to ride? What was your family’s reaction to your decision to ride? Favorite places to ride? Etc
You sound like a new rider. I don't think that he's gonna answer all of your questions, though. I just bought a 2009 Versys 650 a little over a year ago. It's a fantastic motorcycle. A reliable Ninja motor with slightly less compression makes the Versys run a lot cooler than the Ninja650, producing more useable low end torque, it becomes even more reliable, and will last for well over 100,000 miles !
The Versys 650 is an extremely comfortable, sensible motorcycle, with useful luggage & touring options, but can also be set up as a Street Naked, or as an OffRoad Motorcycle.
Off-Roading; the suspension works a lot better than this review (and others) would have you believe. I sometimes jump my motorcycle, doing offroad stuff. The fully adjustable front and rear suspension, (set to full stiffness) has never bottomed out, on me. In fact, (if you REALLY know how to ride,... then having the smaller 17" front wheel (rather than a 19" or 21") makes it lighter, and easier to BLIP (or wheelie) over obstacles !
On-Road ; having that 17" wheel allows the Versys 650 to outperform the Suzuki V-Strom, the BMW F650-GS, and the Triumph Tiger 660 ! (It handles sharp cornering, flawlessly) !
I recommend SAVING MONEY, buying a used, low mileage motorcycle that has been well taken care of. Buy a 650. Ride a Kawasaki. Chose a Versys, Enjoy the versatility, and never regret your decision.
For me the first mod will be a center stand , making every thing easier. Available at arround 150 Euros
Headted grips don't keep your hands dry when it rains. I installed a set of SHAD Handlebar Muffs. My hands stay warm & dry. No wind or rain. I really don't need heated grips.
Just found your channel; well done. I upped the gearing on my '17 right away (43t rear sprocket, awesome). The Versys served me well. I enjoy your travels and videography.
Nice mods! The Akrapovic looks really nice!! Keep up the good work 🤩
She's a gorgeous bike
You obviously love your bike! Stay safe.
I ride a 2019 Versys 650, I consider it the best bike on the market. Used to have a 2010 Versys that I loved but got stolen. Also owned a Bandit 650, Shiver 750, Tiger 800 but this does everything. Luggage from Shad and top box from Givi for touring, and I will change the tyres to Road Pilot 5s when I have the time. Otherwise it is superb. Yes the gearing is too short in 1 and 2, and 6 could be longer.
So cool 😎
Don't put a smaller rear sprocket on your motorcycle, unless you want less acceleration, more clutch slippage in first gear, and less power in every gear.
Save your Radiator. (They're expensive).
Buy and install a Front Fenda Extenda.
(The best $20 that you could spend on your Kawasaki Versys 650.).
did you notice better gas mileage with the slightly taller gearing? and what was the speedometer change with the taller gearing? I'm on the fence...thinking 16T front or something more subtle like you've done. beautiful bike! man, that green pops at you. super clean
I tested the speedometer against GPS which showed the exact same speed at steady throttle conditions. I know many folks complain their speedo reads too high in stock format on a lot of bikes. Gearing changes can certainly affect the speedo if the sensor is based on the crankshaft. I understand some bikes use ABS wheel sensors which should not be affected by gearing changes. I honestly don't know which data the 2015 Versys speedo sensor uses (crankshaft or ABS sensor), but the speedo is surprisingly accurate after the gearing change. I don't have hard data yet on the effect on fuel economy, but so far it seems to have improved it slightly. I get over 50 mpg regularly, so a slight change isn't quite as drastic.
Hello. I had a 2017 and immediately knew I had to up the gearing. I went with a 43t rear sprocket and for me that was ideal. I think I would have gotten rid of the bike quickly if I hadn't done that (it was too revs for me even though it's made for it). Enjoy your ride.
I don't think that a sprocket change solves as many problems as it creates. I don't want to sacrifice power off the line and extra clutchwear, for freeway gears. But, if I could just make 3rd through 6th 🤏 taller ?💪😙🤌
@@firesail6707 Changing gears is pretty expensive, 💰🤷🏼♂️💰 so a 43t sprocket is definitely worth considering !
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Hi
Can you recommend the easiest way to lower the seat height ?
Approx 25mm to 40 mm ?
Great video. What do you get for mileage and range at freeway speeds. 75+??
Around 45-50 mpg depending on luggage/weight carried. I get over 50 with no luggage.
Unless you are trying to ride faster than 120 MPH, then a smaller rear sprocket will only make your motorcycle slower off of the line, increasing your clutch wear on takeoffs, and reducing your overall fuel efficiency.
True but this bike is very low geared in first and second so I wouldn't anticipate any issues pulling away from stationary even with a 43 rear sprocket. I've had my 650GT for just over 3 years now, coming from a Honda VFR1200X it did seem high revving but you get used to it. I reckon Kawasaki have got the gearing right for this power output, just leave it and enjoy the great sound as you shift up at 7 or 8 thousand revs. By the way I've done over 30,000 trouble free miles on the bike and hope to add another 15 thousand or more next year touring round Europe.
@@dragoclarke9497 Yes. 7,000 RPM shifts are probably optimal for the Versys 650. I think that the lower gears are great for riding "in town" or "two up". Perhaps a taller 6th gear would make it perfect, improving the max top speed, and (more importantly) lowering the RPM, while cruising on the Freeway, (saving fuel and engine wear).
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Versys 650 ; 6th gear, 70 MPH = 5,000 RPM.
I would like to see it cruising 70 at about 4,500 RPM (maybe).
@@intergalacticbasketballdro7186 Yep, a taller 6th gear would be my choice as well.
Good points from both of you. I would definitely prefer a wider spread in the gearing rather than just using a small rear sprocket (which I did because it is way easier than regearing the entire bike). It does sacrifice some "off the line" giddy-up for lower rpms in the highway/freeway cruising range. However, I can still beat most cars off the line if I care to do so (and don't have full luggage.)
Whered you get your exhaust if you dont mind me asking?
Online at RevZilla.com. Install was not too hard. Took about 3 hours because I don't do tasks like that regularly.