When tuning the 649 cm3 Parallel Twin engine, our engineers’ first priority was to find a throttle response that balanced a powerful feeling and a quick-revving character. To optimise performance for everyday riding, care was taken to maximise low-mid range torque. When opening the throttle, riders will notice that the engineers succeeded in creating an extremely smooth and powerful engine character that offers both a high level of control when making minute throttle adjustments and a gratifying rush of acceleration in the lower rpm ranges.

The combination of long-travel suspension with carefully considered spring settings is one of the keys to the active control offered by the Versys. In addition to being easily able to cope with a variety of road conditions and offering confidence-inspiring feedback to the rider, the Versys encourages riders to consciously control the bike’s forward-rear weight balance – adding a new dimension of controllability to explore.

Stylish seat with Versys logo. 50mm lower and 20mm narrower than the standard seat

Quick release tank bag. Attaches to the tank ring, in turn attached to the fuel filler ring, and has soft underside to avoid any scratching of the tank. Approx. 15 litres loading capacity. Includes rain cover and shoulder wrap.