The Kawasaki is launching amazing bikes every year. This year it has launched new Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike, which is a sturdy and stylish bike. It is very popular bike among the customers of Kawasaki Bikes and makes this brand as one of the Most Selling Bike Brand in the World. The new Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike features 1,043 ccs inline four-cylinder powerful engine with a fantastic chassis. The design is quite similar to the 2017 Versys 650 LT. It makes the long rides amazing and full of adventure. The review of newly launched Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike is written below.
Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike – Features
Engine
The recently launched Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike comes with the powerful 1,043 ccs inline four-cylinder engine. This powerful engine pulls strongly throughout the RPM range, especially in low-mid range. It delivers massive amount of acceleration and torque to the rear wheels. It has an excellent bore to stroke ratio of 77 mm and 56 mm respectively. The 6-speed transmission system delivers good gear ratio, and it uses sealed chain.
Chassis
The new Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike features a stylish frame with good graphics on it. It offers an upright riding position to achieve the high level of comfort. The windscreen can be adjusted without any tool required. The new hand guards provide an additional wind protection. This bike features ABS, which comes as a standard. It provides an extra reassurance when the rider applies brake on uneven surfaces. This model features the set of color-matched 28 litres of hard saddlebag on its both sides. These saddlebags feature KQR mounts; it is an integrated mounting system that utilises an ignition key for unlocking and removal of the saddlebag. It features an updated dash meter, which indicates the gear position. The overall appearance is very similar to the 2016 Kawasaki Versys 1000 LT.
Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike – Price
The newly launched Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike comes with the price of $12,999 only.
Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike – Specs and Pics
Power
| Engine | 4-stroke, four cylinders, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 1,043 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 77 mm x 56 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel System | DFI® with 38 mm Keihin throttle bodies (4) and an oval sub-throttles |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | Sealed chain |
Performance
| Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | KYB 43 mm inverted front fork with an adjustable rebound and preload/5.9 inches |
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | Horizontal back-link shock with an adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload, remote preload adjuster/5.9 inches |
| Front Tire | 120/70×17 |
| Rear Tire | 180/55×17 |
| Front Brakes | Dual 310 mm petal rotors with four-piston callipers, ABS |
| Rear Brakes | Single 250 mm petal rotor with single-piston calliper, ABS |
Details
| Frame Type | Twin-spar aluminum |
| Rake/Trail | 27.0°/4.0 inches |
| Overall Length | 88.2 inches |
| Overall Width | 40.4 inches |
| Overall Height | 55.1 inches/57.7 inches |
| Ground Clearance | 5.9 inches |
| Seat Height | 33.1 inches |
| Curb Weight | 549.0 lb |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.5 gallons |
| Wheelbase | 59.8 inches |
| Color Choices | Metallic Spark Black |
| Warranty | 24 Month Limited Warranty |
| Kawasaki Protection Plus™ (optional) | 12, 24, 36 or 48 months |
Conclusion
The newly launched Kawasaki 2017 Versys 1000 LT Bike is a fantastic bike, and this article gives complete information about this bike. It features the powerful engine, which is extremely responsive and has excellent transmission system. The stylish frame is worth looking and offers the charming look. It is a very good bike for an adventure ride.
