| MODEL | KAWASAKI VERSYS 650 / LT 2022 |
| Year | 2022 |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, parallel twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Displacement / Capacity | 649 cc / 39.6 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 83 x 60 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Max Power | 49 kW / 67 hp @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 61 Nm / 45 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm |
| Ignition | TCBI with electronic advance |
| Induction | DFI, 2 x 38 mm Keihin throttle bodies |
| Start System | Electric |
| TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump |
| Gear Box | 6 speed with positive neutral finder |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| CHASSIS SPECS | |
| Frame | Double pipe diamond frame, high-tensile steel |
| Front Suspension | 41 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, stepless adjustable rebound and preload |
| Rear Suspension | Single offset laydown shock with remote adjustable spring preload |
| Front Brakes | 2 x 300 mm petal-style discs, 2-piston calipers |
| Rear Brakes | Single 250 mm petal-style disc, 1-piston caliper |
| DIMENSION SPECS | |
| Overall Length | 2165 mm / 85.2 in |
| Overall Width | 840 mm / 33.1 in |
| Overall Height | 1360 - 1420 mm / 53.5 - 55.9 in (windscreen down / up) |
| Seat Height | 845 mm / 33.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 1415 mm / 55.7 in |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm / 6.7 in |
| Dry Weight | — |
| Wet Weight | 218 kg / 482.9 lb |
| WHEEL SPECS | |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 ZR-17 |
| Rear Tyre | 160/60 ZR-17 |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Fuel Capacity | 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal |
| Fuel Consumption | — |
| Top Speed | — |
The 2022 Versys 650 and 650 LT received Kawasaki TRaction Control with two modes, a colour TFT display with Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, a restyled front cowl with LED headlight and a four-way adjustable windscreen. Standard ABS and long-travel suspension remain, aimed at adventure-style riders who use the bike every day. The LT version adds the factory touring luggage package.
