Detailed comparison of Kawasaki Versys 1000 and Suzuki Katana. The ex-showroom price of Kawasaki Versys 1000 is ₹ 12,07,000 and Suzuki Katana is ₹ 13,66,893. Kawasaki Versys 1000 is available in 1 colours and Suzuki Katana is available in 2 colours. Compare Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Suzuki Katana based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between Versys 1000 and Katana.
| Kawasaki Versys 1000 4.4 out of 5 | Suzuki Katana 4.8 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Suzuki Katana Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1043 cc | 999 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 14 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 255 kg | 217 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.2 : 1 | - | - |
| Top Speed | 240 Kmph | N/A | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 3.2 litres | N/A | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 litres | 12 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet Multi-Disc | Assist and Slipper Clutch | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | N/A | - | - |
| Ignition | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1043 cc | 999 cc | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | N/A | - | - |
| Stroke | 56 mm | 59 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 77 mm | 73.4 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 102 Nm @ 7,500 rpm | 106 Nm @ 9,250 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 118.27 bhp @ 9,000 rpm | 150.19 bhp @ 11,000 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 14 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 255 kg | 217 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2270 mm | 2,130 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 895 mm | 820 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1400 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1520 mm | 1,460 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 150 mm | 140 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 840 mm | 825 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Twin-tube, aluminium | N/A | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 120/70 - ZR17 | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with rebound damping and remote spring preload adjustability / 152 mm | Link type, coil spring, oil damped | - | - |
| Front Suspension | ø43 mm inverted fork with rebound damping (right-side) and spring preload adjustability / 150 mm | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 40 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 32 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 180/55 - ZR17 | 190/50 - ZR17 | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Calliper | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 250 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 310 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | 2 Year | N/A | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | 30000 Kilometers | N/A | - | - |
Features |
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| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | LED Taillamp | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Tail Lamp | LED Headlamp | - | - |
| Battery | Maintenance Free | N/A | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Analogue | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | No | N/A | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Candy Lime Green
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Metallic Mystic Silver
Metallic Mat Stellar Blue
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Q: Which bike is better, Kawasaki Versys 1000 or Suzuki Katana?
A: According to our expert rating, Kawasaki Versys 1000 has a score of 4.4/5 whereas Suzuki Katana scored 4.8/5.
Q: Among Kawasaki Versys 1000 and Suzuki Katana, which bike is cheaper?
A: Kawasaki Versys 1000 is cheaper than Suzuki Katana . Kawasaki Versys 1000 has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 12,07,000 while the ex-showroom price of Suzuki Katana is ₹ 13,66,893.
Q: Apart from Kawasaki Versys 1000 and Suzuki Katana, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Kawasaki Versys 1000 and Suzuki Katana the other similar alternatives are Kawasaki Z900, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R and Kawasaki Ninja 1000.
