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The 2010 Kawasaki Versys City sports all the nifty features of the stock bike, but boasts functional additions for the discerning rider. Destined to carry you across the town on a daily basis, the 2010 Versys City offers increased protection against the wind thanks to its taller windshield and handguards.
The 2010 Kawasaki Versys City sports all the nifty features of the stock bike, but boasts functional additions for the discerning rider. Destined to carry you across the town on a daily basis, the 2010 Versys City offers increased protection against the wind thanks to its taller windshield and handguards.


Even more, the handguards are reinforced with an aluminium bar for even better shielding your hands against the occasional bumps, as the Versys is still fun to ride off the paved road. Self-adhesive resin gel pads protect the tank and its sides from scratches while adding to the whole style of the bike.
Even more, the handguards are reinforced with an aluminum bar for even better shielding your hands against the occasional bumps, as the Versys is still fun to ride off the paved road. Self-adhesive resin gel pads protect the tank and its sides from scratches while adding to the whole style of the bike.


The 30 L (1.05 cf) top case is loaded onto a sturdy, power-coated rack doubling as a handgrip. There is enough storage space for almost any type of full-face helmets, while the top case could also store some of your small shopping items or personal belongings.
The 30 L (1.05 cf) top case is loaded onto a sturdy, power-coated rack doubling as a handgrip. There is enough storage space for almost any type of full-face helmets, while the top case could also store some of your small shopping items or personal belongings.
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Gel pads protect the paint on the rear and sides of the fuel tank, while making the bike look even better, while the 30 l (1 cf) top case offers enough storage for a full-face helmet, a medium grocery bag or some of your small personal belongings.
Gel pads protect the paint on the rear and sides of the fuel tank, while making the bike look even better, while the 30 l (1 cf) top case offers enough storage for a full-face helmet, a medium grocery bag or some of your small personal belongings.


And since you can also take the 2011 Versys City off the paved roads, the aluminium-reinforced hand guards will offer increased protection against both wind and branches and whatnot. Thanks to its adjustable suspensions and optional ABS, the 2011 Versys City will offer great road contact on most roads and safer, more stable braking on difficult surfaces.
And since you can also take the 2011 Versys City off the paved roads, the aluminum-reinforced hand guards will offer increased protection against both wind and branches and whatnot. Thanks to its adjustable suspensions and optional ABS, the 2011 Versys City will offer great road contact on most roads and safer, more stable braking on difficult surfaces.




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The Kawasaki Versys 650 enters 2013 with the same versatile design and comfort-minded architecture that is suitable for multiple scenarios, from everyday commuting to longer travels and even light off-road outings. The 649cc parallel twin-cylinder engine is the most compact one in its class, and helps reducing the overall dimensions of the bike, making it more maneuverable.
The Kawasaki Versys 650 enters 2013 with the same versatile design and comfort-minded architecture that is suitable for multiple scenarios, from everyday commuting to longer travels and even light off-road outings. The 649cc parallel twin-cylinder engine is the most compact one in its class, and helps reducing the overall dimensions of the bike, making it more maneuverable.


The bike sports an aluminium swingarm and 17-inch cast aluminium wheels which reduce unsprung weight, adding better ground tracking to this all-purpose machine. The boxy design of the bodywork is more of a love it or hate it matter, but one thing is certain. It adds weather protection to the rider, and this is a huge plus when long hauls are envisaged.
The bike sports an aluminum swingarm and 17-inch cast aluminum wheels which reduce unsprung weight, adding better ground tracking to this all-purpose machine. The boxy design of the bodywork is more of a love it or hate it matter, but one thing is certain. It adds weather protection to the rider, and this is a huge plus when long hauls are envisaged.




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For starters it's the pannier system, offering 2 x 35 L (2.45 cf) of storage space for longer rides, including two custom premium nylon bags to keep things tidy. The vario 3-way adjustable windshield offers excellent protection no matter the speed, while the branded gel resin tank protector makes your Versys look better while defending the paint from scratches.
For starters it's the pannier system, offering 2 x 35 L (2.45 cf) of storage space for longer rides, including two custom premium nylon bags to keep things tidy. The vario 3-way adjustable windshield offers excellent protection no matter the speed, while the branded gel resin tank protector makes your Versys look better while defending the paint from scratches.


Add in the aluminium-reinforced hand guards and a redesigned seat with better ergonomics and you get the nice bike for both asphalt and unpaved roads touring.
Add in the aluminum-reinforced hand guards and a redesigned seat with better ergonomics and you get the nice bike for both asphalt and unpaved roads touring.




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