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